Status:
valid
Authors:
(Parl.) de Laub.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 50: 326. (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636646
Common Names
- Dacrycarpus vieillardii
- Vieillard's Dacrycarpus
- Vieillard's Dacrycarpus Pine
Synonyms
- Nageia tenuifolia (Carrière) Kuntze [valid]
- Nageia vieillardii (Parl.) Kuntze [valid]
- Laubenfelsia vieillardii (Parl.) A.V.Bobrov & Melikyan [valid]
- Podocarpus tenuifolius (Carrière) Parl. [valid]
- Podocarpus vieillardii Parl. [valid]
- Dacrydium elatum compactum Carrière [valid]
- Dacrydium elatum tenuifolium Carrière [valid]
- Podocarpus taxodioides tenuifolius Carrière [valid]
Description
Dacrycarpus vieillardii (also called Vieillard's Pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to New Guinea. It grows to a height of 20–30 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. It is found in montane forests at altitudes of 800–2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Dacrycarpus vieillardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dacrycarpus vieillardii has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dacrycarpus vieillardii 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 vieillardii
Dacrycarpus vieillardii can be found in New Guinea.
Dacrycarpus vieillardii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dacrycarpus vieillardii?
Dacrycarpus vieillardii
What is the natural habitat of Dacrycarpus vieillardii?
Dacrycarpus vieillardii is native to the tropical forests of Madagascar.
What is the growth rate of Dacrycarpus vieillardii?
Dacrycarpus vieillardii grows at a moderate rate of about 1 foot per year.
Species in the Dacrycarpus genus
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,