Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kirk) Quinn
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 30: 316. (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444014
Common Names
- Lepidothamnus intermedius
- Intermedius Lepidothamnus
- Lepidothamnus Intermedius
Description
Lepidothamnus intermedius (also called Intermediate 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 intermedius is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepidothamnus intermedius 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepidothamnus intermedius can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until established.
Where to Find Lepidothamnus intermedius
Lepidothamnus intermedius is native to New Zealand.
Lepidothamnus intermedius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepidothamnus intermedius?
Lepidothamnus intermedius
What is the common name of Lepidothamnus intermedius?
Mountain Ribbonwood
What is the natural habitat of Lepidothamnus intermedius?
Cool temperate rainforest
Species in the Lepidothamnus 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,