Agathis orbicula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orbicula
ID:
910462
Status:
valid
Authors:
de Laub.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Blumea 25: 540. (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000909797
Common Names
- Agathis Orbicula
- Orbicula Pine
- Kauri Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agathis orbicula (also called 'Round-Leaved Kauri', among many other common names) is a species of conifer native to Southeast Asia. It is a medium-sized tree with round, evergreen leaves and fragrant, yellow-green flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Agathis orbicula is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agathis orbicula has small, yellow-green flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Agathis orbicula is a tropical evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It is also susceptible to pests and diseases, so regular pest and disease control measures should be taken.
Where to Find Agathis orbicula
Agathis orbicula is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.
Agathis orbicula FAQ
What type of plant is Agathis orbicula?
Agathis orbicula is a conifer
Where does Agathis orbicula grow?
Agathis orbicula is native to Southeast Asia
What is the growth rate of Agathis orbicula?
Agathis orbicula grows at a moderate rate
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 orbicula de Laub.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification