Araucaria humboldtensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humboldtensis
ID:
261068
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Buchholz
Source:
wcs
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. II, 21: 279. (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260400
Common Names
- Araucaria humboldtensis
- Humboldtensis Araucaria
- Humboldt's Araucaria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Araucaria humboldtensis (also called Humboldt's Araucaria, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has a pyramidal shape and can grow up to 50 m tall. It is found in humid forests and on coastal cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Araucaria humboldtensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Araucaria humboldtensis is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and black, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Araucaria humboldtensis is an evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 100 feet (30 m). It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sheltered location and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a moist, well-drained medium.
Where to Find Araucaria humboldtensis
Araucaria humboldtensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Araucaria humboldtensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Araucaria humboldtensis?
Araucaria humboldtensis
What is the common name of Araucaria humboldtensis?
Parana Pine
Where is Araucaria humboldtensis native to?
South America
Species in the Araucaria genus
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,
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
John Theodore Buchholz (1888-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Buchholz' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Araucaria humboldtensis J.Buchholz: Placement according to April 2023 Classification