Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Genus:
Species:
gibbsiae
ID:
637340

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 42: 192. (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636672

Common Names

  • Dacrydium gibbsiae
  • Gibbs' Dacrydium
  • Gibbs' Dacrydium Pine

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Description

Dacrydium gibbsiae (also called Mountain Celery-top Pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to New Zealand and parts of 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 gibbsiae 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 gibbsiae is small and yellowish-green in color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are slender and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dacrydium gibbsiae 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 gibbsiae

Dacrydium gibbsiae can be found in the tropical regions of Asia and Oceania.

Dacrydium gibbsiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dacrydium gibbsiae?

Dacrydium gibbsiae

What is the common name of Dacrydium gibbsiae?

Gibbs'

What is the natural habitat of Dacrydium gibbsiae?

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

Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000636672: Placement according to April 2023 Classification