Austrotaxus spicata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
558057
Status:
valid
Authors:
Compton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 45: 427. (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557389
Common Names
- Austrotaxus spicata
- Spiked Austrotaxus
- Spiny Austrotaxus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Austrotaxus spicata (also called Spiked Austrotaxus, among many other common names) is a species of conifer in the Taxaceae family. It is native to New Caledonia, where it is found in the island's humid forests. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforest and cloud forest.
Uses & Benefits
Austrotaxus spicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak and shelterbelt plant. It is also used as a source of firewood and for timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Austrotaxus spicata has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown and triangular. The seedlings have a globular shape with a diameter of 1-2 cm.
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Austrotaxus spicata is an evergreen conifer that grows in full sun to part shade. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Austrotaxus spicata
Austrotaxus spicata is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy soils. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.
Austrotaxus spicata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Austrotaxus spicata?
Austrotaxus spicata
What type of plant is Austrotaxus spicata?
It is a shrub
Where is Austrotaxus spicata native to?
It is native to South America
Species in the Austrotaxus genus
Species in the Taxaceae family
Amentotaxus argotaenia, Amentotaxus assamica, Amentotaxus formosana, Amentotaxus poilanei, Amentotaxus yunnanensis, Amentotaxus hekouensis, Austrotaxus spicata, Pseudotaxus chienii, Taxus cuspidata, Taxus floridana, Taxus contorta, Taxus brevifolia, Taxus baccata, Taxus wallichiana, Taxus globosa, Taxus mairei, Taxus canadensis, Taxus sumatrana, Taxus florinii, Taxus calcicola, Taxus chinensis, Taxus lambertiana, Taxus phytonii, Torreya nucifera, Torreya californica, Torreya taxifolia, Torreya fargesii, Torreya jackii, Torreya grandis, Torreya parvifolia, Torreya dapanshanica,
References
Robert Harold Compton (1886-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Compton' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Austrotaxus spicata Compton: Placement according to April 2023 Classification