Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
conspicua
ID:
503937

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
J. Hort. Soc. London 6: 258. (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503269

Common Names

  • Saxegothaea conspicua
  • Conspicua Saxegothaea
  • Conspicua Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Squamataxus albertiana J.Nelson [illegitimate]

Description

Saxegothaea conspicua (also called Mountain Hemlock, among many other common names) is a species of conifer native to western North America, from Alaska and British Columbia south to California and east to Montana and Wyoming. It is a large evergreen tree growing to 40–70 m tall, with a trunk up to 3 m diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Saxegothaea conspicua is a species of conifer native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saxegothaea conspicua is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saxegothaea conspicua is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedling mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots. Place the cuttings in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist.

Where to Find Saxegothaea conspicua

Saxegothaea conspicua is native to the Pacific Northwest region of North America.

Saxegothaea conspicua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saxegothaea conspicua?

Saxegothaea conspicua

What type of plant is Saxegothaea conspicua?

Conifer

Where does Saxegothaea conspicua grow?

Southern Chile and Argentina

Species in the Saxegothaea genus

Species in the Podocarpaceae family

Acmopyle pancheri, Acmopyle sahniana, Afrocarpus dawei, Afrocarpus falcatus, Afrocarpus gracilior, Afrocarpus mannii, Afrocarpus usambarensis, Dacrycarpus cinctus, Dacrycarpus compactus, Dacrycarpus cumingii, Dacrycarpus dacrydioides, Dacrycarpus expansus, Dacrycarpus imbricatus, Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis, Dacrycarpus steupii, Dacrycarpus vieillardii, Dacrydium suprinii, Dacrydium araucarioides, Dacrydium balansae, Dacrydium beccarii, Dacrydium comosum, Dacrydium cornwallianum, Dacrydium cupressinum, Dacrydium elatum, Dacrydium ericoides, Dacrydium gibbsiae, Dacrydium gracile, Dacrydium guillauminii, Dacrydium leptophyllum, Dacrydium lycopodioides, Dacrydium magnum, Dacrydium medium, Dacrydium nausoriense, Dacrydium nidulum, Dacrydium novoguineense, Dacrydium pectinatum, Dacrydium spathoides, Dacrydium xanthandrum, Dacrydium tenuifolium, Dacrydium vieillardii, Falcatifolium angustum, Falcatifolium falciforme, Falcatifolium gruezoi, Falcatifolium papuanum, Falcatifolium sleumeri, Falcatifolium taxoides, Falcatifolium falcatum, Halocarpus bidwillii, Halocarpus biformis, Halocarpus kirkii,

References

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000503269: Placement according to April 2023 Classification