Winter's bark
Drimys winteri J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.
Drimys winteri, known as Winter's bark, is a tree species in the Winteraceae family that can reach heights of 20 m. It is native to the Magellanic and Valdivian temperate forests of Chile and Argentina, occurring between 32° south and Cape Horn at 56° south latitude, below 1,200 m elevation. The species can tolerate temperatures as low as −20 °C and exhibits phenotypic plasticity, allowing it to grow in diverse environments ranging from arid zones to wetlands.
Description
Drimys winteri is a slender tree in the Winteraceae family, growing up to 20 m tall. It is a dominant tree in the coastal evergreen forests of Chile and Argentina, where it is found between 32° south and Cape Horn at 56° south latitude, below 1,200 m elevation. The species is known for its adaptability, thriving in various environments from arid zones to wetlands. It can tolerate temperatures as low as −20 °C and is capable of growing in areas with varying levels of plant competition.
Other common names
Winter's-barkWinter's bark
Distribution
Parque Nacional Natural Chingaza · Global · Argentina South · Chile Central · Chile South
Synonyms
Michelia acrisDrimys winteri var. semiglobulosa
