Dacrydium beccarii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
beccarii
ID:
637319
Status:
valid
Authors:
Parl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16 (2): 494. (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636651
Common Names
- Dacrydium beccarii
- Beccari's Dacrydium
- Beccari's Dacrydium Pine
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- Nageia beccarii (Parl.) Gordon [valid]
Description
Dacrydium beccarii (also called Mountain Pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to New Zealand. It grows to a height of 10–20 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 0.5 m. It is found in montane forests at altitudes of 800–2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Dacrydium beccarii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dacrydium beccarii has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dacrydium beccarii 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 Dacrydium beccarii
Dacrydium beccarii can be found in New Guinea.
Dacrydium beccarii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dacrydium beccarii?
Dacrydium beccarii
What is the natural habitat of Dacrydium beccarii?
Dacrydium beccarii is native to the tropical forests of Borneo.
What is the growth rate of Dacrydium beccarii?
Dacrydium beccarii grows at a moderate rate of about 1 foot per year.
Species in the Dacrydium genus
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,
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
Filippo Parlatore (1816-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parl.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000636651: Placement according to April 2023 Classification