Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
kinabaluensis
ID:
637310

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wasscher) de Laub.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 50: 330. (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636642

Common Names

  • Dacrycarpus Kinabaluensis
  • Kinabalu Dacrycarpus
  • Kinabalu Kauri Pine

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Synonyms

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

Description

Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis (also called Kinabalu kahikatea, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to New Zealand. It has a straight trunk with a dense, rounded crown and a reddish-brown bark. The leaves are long and narrow, with a glossy green upper surface and a paler underside. It grows in lowland and montane forests, often in association with other native species.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis 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 kinabaluensis 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 kinabaluensis

Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis can be found in Borneo.

Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis?

Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis

What is the natural habitat of Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis?

Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis is native to the tropical forests of Borneo.

What is the growth rate of Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis?

Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis grows at a moderate rate of about 1 foot per year.

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-0000636642: Placement according to April 2023 Classification