Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Species:
starkenborghiorum
ID:
252839

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steenis

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Blumea 7: 146 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000252171



Common Names

  • Nothofagus starkenborghiorum
  • Starkenborgh's Nothofagus
  • Starkenborghiorum Nothofagus


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Synonyms

  • Trisyngyne starkenborghiorum (Steenis) Heenan & Smissen [valid]

Description

Nothofagus starkenborghiorum (also called Starkenborgh's Beech, among many other common names) is a species of deciduous tree native to Chile and Argentina. It grows up to 15–20 m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 0.8 m. It is found in temperate rainforests, and prefers moist, cool climates.

Uses & Benefits

Nothofagus starkenborghiorum is used in the production of furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental tree. Its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nothofagus starkenborghiorum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nothofagus starkenborghiorum is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Germination usually takes place within two to three weeks.

Where to Find Nothofagus starkenborghiorum

Nothofagus starkenborghiorum can be found in the temperate forests of Chile and Argentina.

Nothofagus starkenborghiorum FAQ

What is the common name of Nothofagus starkenborghiorum?

Starkenborgh's Beech

What is the native range of Nothofagus starkenborghiorum?

Southern South America

What is the leaf shape of Nothofagus starkenborghiorum?

Ovate

Species in the Nothofagaceae family

Nothofagus aequilateralis, Nothofagus alessandrii, Nothofagus alpina, Nothofagus antarctica, Nothofagus apiculata, Nothofagus balansae, Nothofagus baumanniae, Nothofagus betuloides, Nothofagus blairii, Nothofagus brassii, Nothofagus carrii, Nothofagus cliffortioides, Nothofagus codonandra, Nothofagus crenata, Nothofagus cunninghamii, Nothofagus discoidea, Nothofagus dombeyi, Nothofagus flaviramea, Nothofagus fusca, Nothofagus glauca, Nothofagus grandis, Nothofagus gunnii, Nothofagus leonii, Nothofagus macrocarpa, Nothofagus menziesii, Nothofagus moorei, Nothofagus nitida, Nothofagus nuda, Nothofagus obliqua, Nothofagus perryi, Nothofagus pseudoresinosa, Nothofagus pullei, Nothofagus pumilio, Nothofagus resinosa, Nothofagus rubra, Nothofagus rutila, Nothofagus solandri, Nothofagus solfusca, Nothofagus starkenborghiorum, Nothofagus stylosa, Nothofagus truncata, Nothofagus womersleyi, Nothofagus dodecaphleps, Nothofagus eugenananus,