Water
Maintain consistently moist soil, avoiding waterlogging. Water deeply when the top few centimeters of soil feel dry. In drier periods, increase watering frequency.
Ensure good drainage, especially for young plants, to prevent root rot.
Also known as Australian Beech · Negro-Head Beech
Antarctic Beech (Nothofagus moorei) is an ancient evergreen tree native to Australia's rainforests, featuring leathery leaves and a pyramidal habit.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade to Full Sun
50% intensity
Prefers dappled shade, especially when young. Tolerates full sun if soil moisture is adequate.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cooler temperatures, ideally between 10°C and 25°C. Protect from extreme heat.
Light Feeding
25% intensity
Feed annually in spring with compost or a balanced fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Maintain consistently moist soil, avoiding waterlogging. Water deeply when the top few centimeters of soil feel dry. In drier periods, increase watering frequency.
Ensure good drainage, especially for young plants, to prevent root rot.
Prune to shape young trees, remove dead or diseased branches, and improve air circulation. Heavy pruning is generally not required. Best performed in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Propagate from seeds sown in autumn or by taking semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. Seeds require stratification. Cuttings should be treated with rooting hormone and kept in a moist medium in a shaded, protected location.
Young plants may need repotting every 2-3 years into a slightly larger container. Mature trees generally do not require repotting and are best left undisturbed in the ground. Ensure adequate drainage in all containers.
Identify plants like this with ePlant AI
Snap a photo to get care tips and match similar species on the go.
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Antarctic Beech (Nothofagus moorei)
Where Antarctic Beech (Nothofagus moorei) is found

Density
Tap map to explore
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fagales |
| Family | Nothofagaceae |
| Genus | Nothofagus |
| Species | Nothofagus moorei |
Similar in genus Nothofagus
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data