Gevuina avellana
Chilean Hazel, Chilean Wildnut
Also known as: Quadria avellana (Molina) C.F.Gaertn. +1 more
- Quadria avellana (Molina) C.F.Gaertn.
- Quadria heterophylla Ruiz & Pav.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Proteaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.
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Originating in South America, Gevuina avellana (commonly known as Chilean Hazel or Chilean wildnut) is a tree belonging to the Proteaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in subtropical conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Tree
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina South, Chile Central, Chile South
Introduced Range
An “Introduced” distribution indicates that the plant is recorded outside its native range in that region as a result of deliberate or accidental human introduction. Introduced records may include casual, naturalized or invasive populations, but do not include plants that are only cultivated or planted without self-sustaining populations.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Juan Fernández Is.