Agathis atropurpurea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atropurpurea
ID:
908560
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hyland
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Brunonia 1: 109. (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000907895
Common Names
- Atropurpurea Agathis
- Atropurpurea Pine
- Atropurpurea Fir
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agathis atropurpurea (also called Brown Pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to Southeast Asia. It has a pyramidal shape, with dark green needles and small brown cones. It grows in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Agathis atropurpurea is an ornamental tree that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat respiratory and digestive conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agathis atropurpurea is yellow-green and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and long.
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Agathis atropurpurea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is a low-maintenance plant and can tolerate some drought. It is best to water it deeply and then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Agathis atropurpurea
Agathis atropurpurea can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including parts of Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
Species in the Agathis genus
Agathis atropurpurea, Agathis australis, Agathis borneensis, Agathis dammara, Agathis flavescens, Agathis kinabaluensis, Agathis labillardierei, Agathis lanceolata, Agathis lenticula, Agathis macrophylla, Agathis microstachya, Agathis montana, Agathis moorei, Agathis orbicula, Agathis ovata, Agathis robusta, Agathis silbae, Agathis alba, Agathis alba,
Species in the Araucariaceae family
Agathis atropurpurea, Agathis australis, Agathis borneensis, Agathis dammara, Agathis flavescens, Agathis kinabaluensis, Agathis labillardierei, Agathis lanceolata, Agathis lenticula, Agathis macrophylla, Agathis microstachya, Agathis montana, Agathis moorei, Agathis orbicula, Agathis ovata, Agathis robusta, Agathis silbae, Agathis alba, Agathis alba, Araucaria angustifolia, Araucaria araucana, Araucaria bernieri, Araucaria bidwillii, Araucaria biramulata, Araucaria columnaris, Araucaria cunninghamii, Araucaria heterophylla, Araucaria humboldtensis, Araucaria hunsteinii, Araucaria luxurians, Araucaria montana, Araucaria muelleri, Araucaria nemorosa, Araucaria rulei, Araucaria schmidii, Araucaria scopulorum, Araucaria subulata, Araucaria goroensis, Araucaria mackeei, Wollemia nobilis,
References
Bernard Hyland (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hyland' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Agathis atropurpurea Hyland: Placement according to April 2023 Classification