Agathis kinabaluensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kinabaluensis
ID:
909429
Status:
valid
Authors:
de Laub.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Blumea 25: 535. (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908764
Common Names
- Agathis kinabaluensis
- Kinabaluensis Agathis
- Agathis Kinabaluensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agathis kinabaluensis (also called Kinabalu Kauri, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to Southeast Asia. It has long, needle-like leaves and produces cones. It is found in moist forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Agathis kinabaluensis is used to make furniture, paper, and other handicrafts. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agathis kinabaluensis is a small, yellow-green spikelet with awns. The seed is a small, brown caryopsis. The seedlings are small, with short, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agathis kinabaluensis is a coniferous tree native to New Zealand. It is a slow-growing species, reaching heights of up to 50 feet (15 m). It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. It is a hardy species, tolerating temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C).
Where to Find Agathis kinabaluensis
Agathis kinabaluensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand.
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
David John de Laubenfels (1925-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Laub.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Agathis kinabaluensis de Laub.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification