Agathis robusta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
910852
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Moore ex. F.Muell.) F.M.Bailey
Source:
wcs
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Syn. Queensl. Fl. 498. (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000910187
Common Names
- Robusta Agathis
- Robusta Kauri
- Robusta Kauri Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agathis robusta (also called Queensland Kauri, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen coniferous tree in the Araucariaceae family. It is native to Australia and is found in subtropical and temperate moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Agathis robusta is a species of conifer in the family Araucariaceae. It is native to New Guinea and is used for timber and as an ornamental plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Agathis robusta sub. nesophila WhitmoreAgathis robusta sub. robusta
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agathis robusta has small, yellow-green flowers and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Agathis robusta is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 20 m. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature trees and planted in a sandy soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Agathis robusta
Agathis robusta is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in the countries of Thailand and Malaysia.
Agathis robusta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agathis robusta?
Agathis robusta
What is the natural habitat of Agathis robusta?
It is native to New Guinea.
What is the growth habit of Agathis robusta?
It is a large evergreen tree, growing up to 30 m tall.
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
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Frederick Manson Bailey (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Bailey' in the authors string.
Charles Moore (1820-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Moore' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Agathis robusta (C.Moore ex. F.Muell.) F.M.Bailey: Placement according to April 2023 Classification