Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
daghestanica
ID:
556365

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lovelius) Lovelius

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 60: 1728 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555697

Common Names

  • Atraphaxis daghestanica
  • Daghestanica Atraphaxis
  • Daghestanica's Atraphaxis

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Synonyms

  • Atraphaxis billardieri daghestanica Lovelius [unknown]

Description

Atraphaxis daghestanica (also called Daghestanica 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 daghestanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atraphaxis daghestanica 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 daghestanica 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 daghestanica

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

Atraphaxis daghestanica FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Atraphaxis daghestanica?

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

What is the best way to propagate Atraphaxis daghestanica?

Atraphaxis daghestanica can be propagated by seed or division.

What is the typical lifespan of Atraphaxis daghestanica?

Atraphaxis daghestanica 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-2664941: Based on the initial data import
Olga L. Lovelius: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lovelius' in the authors string.