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Southern beech (Nothofagus)
Also known as : Southern beeches
Lifespan
Perennial
Key Facts About Southern beech
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Attributes of Southern beech
Leaf type
Deciduous
Scientific Classification of Southern beech
Distribution of Southern beech
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Distribution Map of Southern beech
Native
Cultivated
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Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Southern beech
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Southern beech requires well-draining, acidic to neutral soil, enriched with organic matter. It thrives in environments with full sun to partial shade and appreciates a consistent moisture level without waterlogging. Avoid extreme changes in temperature and protect from strong winds. Common challenges include susceptibility to certain pests such as scale insects and aphids, along with fungal diseases like Phytophthora. Seasonal considerations involve mulching in autumn for root protection, reducing watering in winter, and monitoring for pests and diseases during warm, humid months.
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8 most common species：
Myrtle beech
Myrtle beech (Nothofagus cunninghamii) is a tall-growing evergreen tree that is too large for all but the most extensive gardens. The timber is of excellent quality and is used for fine cabinetry since it polishes to a fine sheen. It is also used for flooring and joinery. However, this tree is in decline and it has a conservation status of Vulnerable (VU).
Silver beech
Silver beech is a multifaceted tree with traditional usages that include dye-making and barracouta bait. This tree is often found in lowlands and montane forests. Silver beech is highly tolerant of frost, making it a great tree for colder climates.
Hard beech
Hard beech is a tree up to 30 m tall occurring in lowland and lower montane forest from latitude 35°S to 42°30'S, that is, from the north of the North Island southwards to Marlborough and south Westland in the South Island.
Antarctic beech
Nothofagus antarctica typically grows 10 to 25 m tall and has a slender trunk with scaly bark. The leaves are simple and alternate, growing 2 to 4.5 cm long, and often viscid, with a sweetly scented wax. The leaf color is medium green, turning yellow to orange in the fall. The leaves are broadly ovate to triangular, crinkly, rounded at the tips, irregularly and minutely toothed.
Roble beech
Prized by locals for its sturdy timber, which is used in both furniture-making and construction, the roble beech is often compared to an oak tree for its wood quality. It hybridizes naturally with a relative, Nothofagus obliqua, creating Nothofagus × dodecaphylla.
Coigue
Coigue is a captivating plant with several fascinating features. One interesting fact about this plant is its economic value, as it is commonly used for timber production. Additionally, coigue attracts various insects and birds, making it a popular choice for gardens. Its unique name origin and interesting name story add to its allure. With a lifespan that goes beyond the average, coigue is truly a remarkable plant. In conclusion, coigue is a plant that not only brings beauty to landscapes but also holds economic and ecological significance.
Lenga beech
Lenga beech is a deciduous tree renowned for its slender, upright stature, reaching heights of up to 30 meters. Its smooth, gray bark supports a canopy of small, round leaves with serrated edges. Adaptable to mountainous terrains, lenga beech's dense, woodlands create vital habitats and seasonal colors in its native environment. Its tolerance to cold climates showcases nature's resilient adaptability.
Nothofagus gunnii
Nothofagus gunnii is a rare deciduous tree endemic to the Tasmanian Highlands. It features small, rounded leaves that turn striking shades of orange and red in autumn. Its rugged bark and twisty branches reflect the harsh alpine environment it endures, often growing twisted or stunted. Adapted to cold climates, nothofagus gunnii has a remarkable ability to survive in nutrient-poor soils.
All Species of Southern beech
Myrtle beech
Myrtle beech
Myrtle beech (Nothofagus cunninghamii) is a tall-growing evergreen tree that is too large for all but the most extensive gardens. The timber is of excellent quality and is used for fine cabinetry since it polishes to a fine sheen. It is also used for flooring and joinery. However, this tree is in decline and it has a conservation status of Vulnerable (VU).
Silver beech
Silver beech
Silver beech is a multifaceted tree with traditional usages that include dye-making and barracouta bait. This tree is often found in lowlands and montane forests. Silver beech is highly tolerant of frost, making it a great tree for colder climates.
Hard beech
Hard beech
Hard beech is a tree up to 30 m tall occurring in lowland and lower montane forest from latitude 35°S to 42°30'S, that is, from the north of the North Island southwards to Marlborough and south Westland in the South Island.
Antarctic beech
Antarctic beech
Nothofagus antarctica typically grows 10 to 25 m tall and has a slender trunk with scaly bark. The leaves are simple and alternate, growing 2 to 4.5 cm long, and often viscid, with a sweetly scented wax. The leaf color is medium green, turning yellow to orange in the fall. The leaves are broadly ovate to triangular, crinkly, rounded at the tips, irregularly and minutely toothed.
Roble beech
Roble beech
Prized by locals for its sturdy timber, which is used in both furniture-making and construction, the roble beech is often compared to an oak tree for its wood quality. It hybridizes naturally with a relative, Nothofagus obliqua, creating Nothofagus × dodecaphylla.
Coigue
Coigue
Coigue is a captivating plant with several fascinating features. One interesting fact about this plant is its economic value, as it is commonly used for timber production. Additionally, coigue attracts various insects and birds, making it a popular choice for gardens. Its unique name origin and interesting name story add to its allure. With a lifespan that goes beyond the average, coigue is truly a remarkable plant. In conclusion, coigue is a plant that not only brings beauty to landscapes but also holds economic and ecological significance.
Lenga beech
Lenga beech
Lenga beech is a deciduous tree renowned for its slender, upright stature, reaching heights of up to 30 meters. Its smooth, gray bark supports a canopy of small, round leaves with serrated edges. Adaptable to mountainous terrains, lenga beech's dense, woodlands create vital habitats and seasonal colors in its native environment. Its tolerance to cold climates showcases nature's resilient adaptability.
Nothofagus gunnii
Nothofagus gunnii
Nothofagus gunnii is a rare deciduous tree endemic to the Tasmanian Highlands. It features small, rounded leaves that turn striking shades of orange and red in autumn. Its rugged bark and twisty branches reflect the harsh alpine environment it endures, often growing twisted or stunted. Adapted to cold climates, nothofagus gunnii has a remarkable ability to survive in nutrient-poor soils.
Mountain beech
Mountain beech
Mountain beech is a hardy tree originating from the Southern Hemisphere, flourishing in cooler climates. Its slender form, with smooth, flaky bark and small, leathery leaves, is adapted to the mountainous terrains it often calls home. The lance-shaped leaves with a distinctively toothed margin are key identifiers. Mountain beech's ability to thrive in rocky soils speaks to its resilience and specialized ecological niche.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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Key Facts About Southern beech
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Attributes of Southern beech
Leaf type
Deciduous
Scientific Classification of Southern beech
Distribution of Southern beech
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Distribution Map of Southern beech
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Southern beech
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Southern beech requires well-draining, acidic to neutral soil, enriched with organic matter. It thrives in environments with full sun to partial shade and appreciates a consistent moisture level without waterlogging. Avoid extreme changes in temperature and protect from strong winds. Common challenges include susceptibility to certain pests such as scale insects and aphids, along with fungal diseases like Phytophthora. Seasonal considerations involve mulching in autumn for root protection, reducing watering in winter, and monitoring for pests and diseases during warm, humid months.
Exploring the Southern beech Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Myrtle beech
Myrtle beech (Nothofagus cunninghamii) is a tall-growing evergreen tree that is too large for all but the most extensive gardens. The timber is of excellent quality and is used for fine cabinetry since it polishes to a fine sheen. It is also used for flooring and joinery. However, this tree is in decline and it has a conservation status of Vulnerable (VU).
Silver beech
Silver beech is a multifaceted tree with traditional usages that include dye-making and barracouta bait. This tree is often found in lowlands and montane forests. Silver beech is highly tolerant of frost, making it a great tree for colder climates.
Hard beech
Hard beech is a tree up to 30 m tall occurring in lowland and lower montane forest from latitude 35°S to 42°30'S, that is, from the north of the North Island southwards to Marlborough and south Westland in the South Island.
Antarctic beech
Nothofagus antarctica typically grows 10 to 25 m tall and has a slender trunk with scaly bark. The leaves are simple and alternate, growing 2 to 4.5 cm long, and often viscid, with a sweetly scented wax. The leaf color is medium green, turning yellow to orange in the fall. The leaves are broadly ovate to triangular, crinkly, rounded at the tips, irregularly and minutely toothed.
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All Species of Southern beech
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
Your Ultimate Guide to Plants
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17,000 local species +400,000 global species studied
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