Araucaria hunsteinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hunsteinii
ID:
261079
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Fl. Kais. Wilh. Land 11. (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260411
Common Names
- Araucaria hunsteinii
- Hunstein's Araucaria
- Klinkii Araucaria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Araucaria hunsteinii (also called Hunstein's Araucaria, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to New Guinea. 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 hunsteinii 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 hunsteinii 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 hunsteinii 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 hunsteinii
Araucaria hunsteinii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Araucaria hunsteinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Araucaria hunsteinii?
Araucaria hunsteinii
What are the common names of Araucaria hunsteinii?
Klinkii Pine, Klinkii Araucaria
What is the natural habitat of Araucaria hunsteinii?
It is native to New Guinea
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
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Araucaria hunsteinii K.Schum.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification