Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
compactus
ID:
637299

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wasscher) de Laub.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 50: 336. (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636631

Common Names

  • Dacrycarpus Compactus
  • Compact Dacrycarpus
  • Compact Kauri Pine

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Synonyms

  • Podocarpus compactus Wasscher [valid]
  • Bracteocarpus compactus (Wasscher) A.V.Bobrov & Melikyan [valid]

Description

Dacrycarpus compactus (also called 'Compactus Leaf Flower', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with light green, ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to New Zealand and is found in wet forests and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Dacrycarpus compactus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dacrycarpus compactus has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dacrycarpus compactus is an evergreen tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Dacrycarpus compactus

Dacrycarpus compactus can be found in the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan.

Dacrycarpus compactus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dacrycarpus compactus?

Dacrycarpus compactus

What is the common name of Dacrycarpus compactus?

Compact

What is the natural habitat of Dacrycarpus compactus?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Podocarpaceae family

Acmopyle pancheri, Acmopyle sahniana, Afrocarpus dawei, Afrocarpus falcatus, Afrocarpus gracilior, Afrocarpus mannii, Afrocarpus usambarensis, Dacrycarpus cinctus, Dacrycarpus compactus, Dacrycarpus cumingii, Dacrycarpus dacrydioides, Dacrycarpus expansus, Dacrycarpus imbricatus, Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis, Dacrycarpus steupii, Dacrycarpus vieillardii, Dacrydium suprinii, Dacrydium araucarioides, Dacrydium balansae, Dacrydium beccarii, Dacrydium comosum, Dacrydium cornwallianum, Dacrydium cupressinum, Dacrydium elatum, Dacrydium ericoides, Dacrydium gibbsiae, Dacrydium gracile, Dacrydium guillauminii, Dacrydium leptophyllum, Dacrydium lycopodioides, Dacrydium magnum, Dacrydium medium, Dacrydium nausoriense, Dacrydium nidulum, Dacrydium novoguineense, Dacrydium pectinatum, Dacrydium spathoides, Dacrydium xanthandrum, Dacrydium tenuifolium, Dacrydium vieillardii, Falcatifolium angustum, Falcatifolium falciforme, Falcatifolium gruezoi, Falcatifolium papuanum, Falcatifolium sleumeri, Falcatifolium taxoides, Falcatifolium falcatum, Halocarpus bidwillii, Halocarpus biformis, Halocarpus kirkii,

References

David John de Laubenfels (1925-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Laub.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000636631: Placement according to April 2023 Classification