Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
expansus
ID:
637303

Status:
valid

Authors:
de Laub.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 50: 334. (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636635



Common Names

  • Dacrycarpus Expansus
  • Expanded Dacrycarpus
  • Expanded Kauri Pine


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Synonyms

  • Podocarpus expansus (de Laub.) Whitmore [valid]
  • Bracteocarpus expansus (de Laub.) A.V.Bobrov & Melikyan [valid]

Description

Dacrycarpus expansus (also called broad-leaved kahikatea, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to New Zealand. It has a straight trunk with a dense, rounded crown and a reddish-brown bark. The leaves are long and narrow, with a glossy green upper surface and a paler underside. It grows in lowland and montane forests, often in association with other native species.

Uses & Benefits

Dacrycarpus expansus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dacrycarpus expansus has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dacrycarpus expansus is an evergreen tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Dacrycarpus expansus

Dacrycarpus expansus can be found in New Zealand.

Dacrycarpus expansus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dacrycarpus expansus?

Dacrycarpus expansus

What is the common name of Dacrycarpus expansus?

Expanded

What is the natural habitat of Dacrycarpus expansus?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Podocarpaceae family

Acmopyle pancheri, Acmopyle sahniana, Afrocarpus dawei, Afrocarpus falcatus, Afrocarpus gracilior, Afrocarpus mannii, Afrocarpus usambarensis, Dacrycarpus cinctus, Dacrycarpus compactus, Dacrycarpus cumingii, Dacrycarpus dacrydioides, Dacrycarpus expansus, Dacrycarpus imbricatus, Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis, Dacrycarpus steupii, Dacrycarpus vieillardii, Dacrydium suprinii, Dacrydium araucarioides, Dacrydium balansae, Dacrydium beccarii, Dacrydium comosum, Dacrydium cornwallianum, Dacrydium cupressinum, Dacrydium elatum, Dacrydium ericoides, Dacrydium gibbsiae, Dacrydium gracile, Dacrydium guillauminii, Dacrydium leptophyllum, Dacrydium lycopodioides, Dacrydium magnum, Dacrydium medium, Dacrydium nausoriense, Dacrydium nidulum, Dacrydium novoguineense, Dacrydium pectinatum, Dacrydium spathoides, Dacrydium xanthandrum, Dacrydium tenuifolium, Dacrydium vieillardii, Falcatifolium angustum, Falcatifolium falciforme, Falcatifolium gruezoi, Falcatifolium papuanum, Falcatifolium sleumeri, Falcatifolium taxoides, Falcatifolium falcatum, Halocarpus bidwillii, Halocarpus biformis, Halocarpus kirkii,

References

David John de Laubenfels (1925-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Laub.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000636635: Placement according to April 2023 Classification