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Chilean cedar

Scientific Name: Austrocedrus chilensis

Family: Cupressaceae

Category: Gymnosperm

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Chilean Cedar: A Majestic Evergreen

The Chilean Cedar, scientifically known as Austrocedrus chilensis, is an evergreen conifer appreciated for its ornamental value and timber. It is also commonly referred to as Chilean incense-cedar or Chilean arbor-vitae.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Austrocedrus chilensis (D. Don) Pic. Serm. &amp Bizzarri
  • Family: Cupressaceae (Cypress family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Synonyms: Libocedrus chilensis, Thuja chilensis

Distribution and Habitat

This species is native to Argentina and Chile. In Chile, it can be found in both the Andes and the Coastal Cordillera, occurring in disjunct populations from Region V (Province Los Andes). It can be found in Patagonia.

Morphological Characteristics

The Chilean Cedar is known for having coppery bark and pretty foliage, making it a well-shaped evergreen.

Ecological role

The Chilean cedar is reported to suffer from dieback and mortality in Argentina.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The Chilean cedar is home to the Chilean mole mouse.

Further Information

  • ARKive may have photos and facts about the Chilean cedar.
  • The RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) may have information on Austrocedrus chilensis Chilean arbor-vitae.