Dacrydium cupressinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cupressinum
ID:
637326
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sol. ex. G.Forst.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1786
Citation Micro:
Pl. Esc. 80. (1786)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636658
Common Names
- Dacrydium cupressinum
- Cupressinum Dacrydium
- Cupressinum Dacrydium Pine
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- Thalamia cupressina (Sol. ex. G.Forst.) Spreng. [valid]
Description
Dacrydium cupressinum (also called Mountain Celery-top Pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to Tasmania, Australia. It has a pyramidal shape with a straight trunk and horizontal branches. It grows in moist, sheltered areas, such as in valleys and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Dacrydium cupressinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make furniture, flooring, and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dacrydium cupressinum is small and yellowish-green in color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are slender and long.
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Dacrydium cupressinum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8.
Where to Find Dacrydium cupressinum
Dacrydium cupressinum can be found in New Zealand.
Dacrydium cupressinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dacrydium cupressinum?
Dacrydium cupressinum
What is the natural habitat of Dacrydium cupressinum?
Dacrydium cupressinum is native to the subtropical forests of New Zealand.
What is the growth rate of Dacrydium cupressinum?
Dacrydium cupressinum grows at a moderate rate of about 1 foot per year.
Species in the Dacrydium genus
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,
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
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Daniel Solander (1733-1782): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sol.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000636658: Placement according to April 2023 Classification