Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
vieillardii
ID:
637314

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

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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.

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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 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

Filippo Parlatore (1816-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parl.' in the authors string.
David John de Laubenfels (1925-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Laub.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000636646: Placement according to April 2023 Classification