Wollemia nobilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nobilis
ID:
335161
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.G.Jones, K.D.Hill & J.M.Allen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Telopea 6: 174. (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334493
Common Names
- Wollemia nobilis
- Wollemi Pine
- Wollemi Pine Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Wollemia nobilis (also called Wollemi Pine, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree native to Australia. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It has a tall, round, green body with multiple branches and leaves, and is often overlooked due to its small size.
Uses & Benefits
Wollemia nobilis is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and bark. It is also used in traditional medicine, as its leaves and bark have medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Wollemia nobilis has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Wollemia nobilis is a slow-growing coniferous tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be cultivated in well-drained soil in a sunny location with a temperature range of 10-25°C and a pH of 6.5-7.5. It should be fertilized with a slow-release fertilizer every two months.
Where to Find Wollemia nobilis
Wollemia nobilis is found in the Wollemi National Park in Australia.
Wollemia nobilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wollemia nobilis?
Wollemia nobilis
What is the growth habit of Wollemia nobilis?
It is a small, evergreen tree with a pyramidal habit.
What is the native range of Wollemia nobilis?
It is native to Australia.
Species in the Wollemia genus
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
Wyn G. Jones: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.G.Jones' in the authors string.
Ken Hill (1948-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.D.Hill' in the authors string.
Jan M. Allen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Allen' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Wollemia nobilis W.G.Jones, K.D.Hill & J.M.Allen: Placement according to April 2023 Classification