Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Species:
longibracteata
ID:
381559

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.C.Cheng) Hu ex. C.N.Page

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 45: 390. (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000380891



Common Names

  • Nothotsuga longibracteata
  • Longibracteata Nothotsuga
  • Longibracteata Tree


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Synonyms

  • Nothotsuga tsugo-keteleeria (W.C.Cheng) Van Campo & Gaussen [unknown]
  • Tsugo-keteleeria longibracteata (W.C.Cheng) Van Campo & Gaussen [unknown]

Description

Nothotsuga longibracteata (also called Long-bracted Nothotsuga, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree that can reach heights of up to 40 meters. It has long, narrow, needle-like leaves and small, yellowish-brown cones. It is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, temperate forests.

Uses & Benefits

Nothotsuga longibracteata is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nothotsuga longibracteata has a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nothotsuga longibracteata is an evergreen coniferous tree native to New Caledonia. It is a slow-growing tree, reaching a height of 10-15 m and a trunk diameter of up to 40 cm. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Nothotsuga longibracteata

Nothotsuga longibracteata is native to the temperate forests of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.

Nothotsuga longibracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nothotsuga longibracteata?

Nothotsuga longibracteata

What type of plant is Nothotsuga longibracteata?

Nothotsuga longibracteata is a coniferous tree.

Where is Nothotsuga longibracteata found?

Nothotsuga longibracteata is found in the Himalayas, China, and Japan.

Species in the Nothotsuga genus

Species in the Pinaceae family

Abies alba, Abies amabilis, Abies balsamea, Abies beshanzuensis, Abies borisii-regis, Abies bracteata, Abies cephalonica, Abies chensiensis, Abies cilicica, Abies concolor, Abies delavayi, Abies densa, Abies durangensis, Abies fabri, Abies fanjingshanensis, Abies fargesii, Abies firma, Abies flinckii, Abies forrestii, Abies fraseri, Abies grandis, Abies guatemalensis, Abies hickelii, Abies hidalgensis, Abies holophylla, Abies homolepis, Abies kawakamii, Abies koreana, Abies lasiocarpa, Abies magnifica, Abies mariesii, Abies nebrodensis, Abies nephrolepis, Abies nordmanniana, Abies numidica, Abies pindrow, Abies pinsapo, Abies procera, Abies recurvata, Abies religiosa, Abies sachalinensis, Abies sibirica, Abies spectabilis, Abies squamata, Abies veitchii, Abies vejarii, Abies yuanbaoshanensis, Abies ziyuanensis, Abies jaliscana, Abies phanerolepis,

References

Hu Xiansu (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hu' in the authors string.
Wan Chun Cheng (1908-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Cheng' in the authors string.
Christopher Nigel Page (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.N.Page' in the authors string.