Microcachrys tetragona
Creeping Pine, Strawberry Pine
Also known as: Athrotaxis tetragona Hook. +1 more
- Athrotaxis tetragona Hook.
- Dacrydium tetragonum (Hook.) Parl.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Podocarpaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub or shrub.
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Microcachrys tetragona (commonly known as Creeping Pine or Strawberry Pine) is a conifer belonging to the Podocarpaceae family. Indigenous to Australasia, this species is primarily associated with subalpine or subarctic conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Cold
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Conifer
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Australia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Tasmania