Nothofagus alessandrii (Southern Beech, Ruil)


Botanical Information

FamilyNothofagaceae
GenusNothofagus
Speciesalessandrii
SynonymsNothofagus alessandri
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
OriginMaule region of Chile.
Ethnobotanical Uses
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Timber and industrial uses.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone10 - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c - H3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)5 - (-5)
Temperature (°F)23 - 41
Height30 m
GrowthFast

Description and Growing Information

ShapeUpright.
Notable SpecimensWestonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England.
Leaf DescriptionOvate, ovate-cordate with conspicuous veins and serrated edges.
Colour DescriptionThe bark is grey. The leaves are light green and mature to a reddish-orange in autumn. The flowers are green.

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