Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
laxifolius
ID:
444681

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Quinn

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 30: 316. (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444013

Common Names

  • Lepidothamnus laxifolius
  • Laxifolius Lepidothamnus
  • Lepidothamnus Laxifolius

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Description

Lepidothamnus laxifolius (also called Loose-leaved 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 laxifolius is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidothamnus laxifolius 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 laxifolius 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 laxifolius

Lepidothamnus laxifolius is native to New Zealand.

Lepidothamnus laxifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidothamnus laxifolius?

Lepidothamnus laxifolius

What is the common name of Lepidothamnus laxifolius?

Mountain Ribbonwood

What is the natural habitat of Lepidothamnus laxifolius?

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Christopher John Quinn (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quinn' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000444013: Placement according to April 2023 Classification