Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
fonkii
ID:
444683

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 30: 731. (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444015

Common Names

  • Lepidothamnus fonkii
  • Fonkii Lepidothamnus
  • Lepidothamnus Fonkii

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Description

Lepidothamnus fonkii (also called Fonki's Lepidothamnus, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree that grows up to 25 m tall. It is native to New Zealand, and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidothamnus fonkii is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidothamnus fonkii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidothamnus fonkii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Lepidothamnus fonkii

Lepidothamnus fonkii is native to New Zealand.

Lepidothamnus fonkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidothamnus fonkii?

Lepidothamnus fonkii

What is the common name of Lepidothamnus fonkii?

Mountain Ribbonwood

What is the natural habitat of Lepidothamnus fonkii?

Cool temperate rainforest

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

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000444015: Placement according to April 2023 Classification