Water
Maintain consistent moisture in the soil, allowing the top few centimeters to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Also known as Santiago's Oak
Nothofagus macrocarpa is a large evergreen tree native to the Andes Mountains of Chile and Argentina, known for its distinctive foliage and timber.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
70% intensity
Protect young plants from intense sun.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
60% intensity
Ensure good drainage.
Adaptable to various soil types, but thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soils.
50% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy in temperate climates.
70% intensity
Ideal range is -5°C to 25°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
30% intensity
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 |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Maintain consistent moisture in the soil, allowing the top few centimeters to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Prune to shape the tree, remove dead or damaged branches, and improve air circulation. Best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Propagate from seeds sown in autumn or by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Seed germination can be slow and requires stratification.
Not typically repotted as it is a large tree. For container-grown specimens, repot every 2-3 years in spring into a larger container with fresh potting mix.
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Where Nothofagus Macrocarpa (Nothofagus macrocarpa) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fagales |
| Family | Nothofagaceae |
| Genus | Nothofagus |
| Species | Nothofagus macrocarpa |
Similar in genus Nothofagus
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