Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
caucasica
ID:
556360

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hoffm.) Pavlov

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 5: 516 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555692

Common Names

  • Atraphaxis caucasica
  • Caucasica Atraphaxis
  • Caucasica Buckwheat

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Synonyms

  • Atraphaxis buxifolia Jaub. & Spach [unknown]

Description

Atraphaxis caucasica (also called Caucasian Cedar, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree that is native to Australia. It grows to a height of up to 20 m and has a dense crown of foliage. The leaves are dark green and glossy, and the cones are small and round. It is found in open forests and woodlands, and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Atraphaxis caucasica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atraphaxis caucasica has small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atraphaxis caucasica can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a potting mix with a high organic content. Keep the cutting in a warm, bright location and water regularly. Once established, the plant can be transplanted to its permanent location.

Where to Find Atraphaxis caucasica

Atraphaxis caucasica can be found in Central Asia, particularly in Iran and Afghanistan.

Atraphaxis caucasica FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Atraphaxis caucasica?

Atraphaxis caucasica requires full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

What is the best way to propagate Atraphaxis caucasica?

Atraphaxis caucasica can be propagated by seed or division.

What is the typical lifespan of Atraphaxis caucasica?

Atraphaxis caucasica typically has a lifespan of 2-3 years.

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2664937: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Vasilievich Pavlov (1893-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pavlov' in the authors string.
Georg Franz Hoffmann (1760-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoffm.' in the authors string.