What is another word for Lepidothamnus Fonkii?
Pronunciation: [lˈɛpɪdˌɒθamnəs fˈɒŋkɪˌa͡ɪ] (IPA) 
Lepidothamnus fonkii is a rare and unusual shrub found only in the rugged highlands of southern Chile. Although it is commonly known as "Chilean cypress," this species is not a true cypress but rather a member of the conifer family podocarpaceae. Its scientific name, Lepidothamnus fonkii, can be broken down into two parts: "Lepidothamnus" meaning "scaly shrub" and "fonkii" in honor of the Chilean botanist Adalberto Francisco Fonck. Other synonyms for this unique plant include "southern cypress," "Andean podocarp," and "Chilean podocarp." Despite its beauty and symbolic significance, Lepidothamnus fonkii remains threatened in its native habitat due to deforestation and climate change.
