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Chilean cedar

Scientific Name: Austrocedrus

Family: Cupressaceae

Category: Gymnosperm

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Chilean Cedar (Austrocedrus chilensis)

The Chilean Cedar, scientifically known as Austrocedrus chilensis, 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
  • Genus: Austrocedrus (monotypic, meaning it contains only one species)
  • Generic Name Meaning: "Southern cedar"

Distribution and Habitat

The Chilean Cedar is native to Argentina and Chile, specifically Patagonia. In Chile, it can be found in both the Andes and the Coastal Cordillera, with disjunct populations starting from Region V (Province Los Andes).

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

It is a small South American evergreen conifer that is well-shaped with coppery bark and pretty foliage. It is considered an ornamental and timber tree.

Ecological Role

The Chilean Cedar is experiencing dieback and mortality in Argentina, which was first described in 2007. It is also threatened in its native range by logging and habitat loss.

Interactions with Other Organisms

The Chilean Cedar is associated with Phytophthora austrocedrae, a species that causes disease in the tree.

Further Information

  • ARKive: Learn more about the Chilean cedar - with amazing Chilean cedar photos and facts on ARKive. (Note: Replace # with the actual URL if available)
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