Status:
valid
Authors:
Popl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Trudy Izuch. Zapov. Otdela Okhr. Prir. Glavnauki 2: 84 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000966528
Common Names
- Taurica Fagus
- Fagus Taurica
- Fagus taurica
Description
Fagus taurica (also called 'Taurus Beech', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the Caucasus region. It has large, ovate-cordate leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as temperate forests.
Uses & Benefits
Fagus taurica is a popular ornamental tree, often planted in parks and gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Fagus taurica is small and yellow-green. The seed is small and brown, and the seedlings are small and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fagus taurica is a deciduous tree native to Europe. It is a slow-growing tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be collected in autumn and sown in spring. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Fagus taurica
Fagus taurica is native to the Caucasus region, Turkey, and Iran.
Species in the Fagus genus
Fagus chienii,
Fagus crenata,
Fagus engleriana,
Fagus grandifolia,
Fagus hayatae,
Fagus japonica,
Fagus longipetiolata,
Fagus lucida,
Fagus multinervis,
Fagus orientalis,
Fagus sinensis,
Fagus sylvatica,
Fagus taurica,
Species in the Fagaceae family
Castanea crenata,
Castanea dentata,
Castanea henryi,
Castanea mollissima,
Castanea neglecta,
Castanea ozarkensis,
Castanea pumila,
Castanea sativa,
Castanea seguinii,
Castanopsis pseudohystrix,
Castanopsis thaiensis,
Castanopsis undulatifolia,
Castanopsis acuminatissima,
Castanopsis amabilis,
Castanopsis annamensis,
Castanopsis argentea,
Castanopsis argyrophylla,
Castanopsis arietina,
Castanopsis armata,
Castanopsis birmanica,
Castanopsis boisii,
Castanopsis borneensis,
Castanopsis brevispinula,
Castanopsis buruana,
Castanopsis calathiformis,
Castanopsis cambodiana,
Castanopsis carlesii,
Castanopsis castanicarpa,
Castanopsis catalpifolia,
Castanopsis cavaleriei,
Castanopsis ceratacantha,
Castanopsis cerebrina,
Castanopsis chapaensis,
Castanopsis chevalieri,
Castanopsis chinensis,
Castanopsis choboensis,
Castanopsis chunii,
Castanopsis clarkei,
Castanopsis clemensii,
Castanopsis concinna,
Castanopsis costata,
Castanopsis crassifolia,
Castanopsis cryptoneuron,
Castanopsis curtisii,
Castanopsis cuspidata,
Castanopsis delavayi,
Castanopsis densinervia,
Castanopsis densispinosa,
Castanopsis diversifolia,
Castanopsis dongchoensis,