Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Species:
chilensis
ID:
557984

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Don) Pic.Serm. & Bizzarri

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Webbia 32: 482. (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557316

Common Names

  • Austrocedrus chilensis
  • Chilensis Austrocedrus
  • Chilensis's Austrocedrus

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Description

Austrocedrus chilensis (also called Chilean Cedar, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen coniferous tree with a pyramidal shape and reddish-brown bark. It is native to Chile and Argentina, and is found in dry, mountainous habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Austrocedrus chilensis is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to have calming effects and to help with digestion. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Austrocedrus chilensis has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown and triangular. The seedlings have a globular shape with a diameter of 1-2 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austrocedrus chilensis is an evergreen conifer native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or autumn.

Where to Find Austrocedrus chilensis

Austrocedrus chilensis can be found in the temperate regions of South America.

Austrocedrus chilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austrocedrus chilensis?

Austrocedrus chilensis

What is the common name of Austrocedrus chilensis?

Chilean Cedar

Where is Austrocedrus chilensis found?

Chile and Argentina

Species in the Austrocedrus genus

Species in the Cupressaceae family

Athrotaxis cupressoides, Athrotaxis laxifolia, Athrotaxis selaginoides, Austrocedrus chilensis, Callitris acuminata, Callitris baileyi, Callitris canescens, Callitris columellaris, Callitris drummondii, Callitris endlicheri, Callitris macleayana, Callitris monticola, Callitris muelleri, Callitris neocaledonica, Callitris oblonga, Callitris preissii, Callitris rhomboidea, Callitris roei, Callitris sulcata, Callitris verrucosa, Callitris arenaria, Callitris pyramidalis, Callitris pancheri, Callitropsis nootkatensis, Calocedrus rupestris, Calocedrus decurrens, Calocedrus formosana, Calocedrus macrolepis, Chamaecyparis formosensis, Chamaecyparis lawsoniana, Chamaecyparis obtusa, Chamaecyparis pisifera, Chamaecyparis thyoides, Chamaecyparis hodginsii, Chamaecyparis flifera, Cryptomeria japonica, Cunninghamia konishii, Cunninghamia lanceolata, Cupressus atlantica, Cupressus austrotibetica, Cupressus cashmeriana, Cupressus chengiana, Cupressus corneyana, Cupressus duclouxiana, Cupressus dupreziana, Cupressus funebris, Cupressus gigantea, Cupressus guadalupensis, Cupressus pendula, Cupressus sargentii,

References

David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Rodolfo Emilio Giuseppe Pichi-Sermolli (1912-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pic.Serm.' in the authors string.
Maria Paola Bizzarri (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bizzarri' in the authors string.