Status:
valid
Authors:
Corner
Source:
wcs
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 10: 244. (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636655
Common Names
- Dacrydium comosum
- Comose Dacrydium
- Comose Dacrydium Pine
Synonyms
- Corneria comosa (Corner) A.V.Bobrov & Melikyan [valid]
Description
Dacrydium comosum (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 comosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make furniture, flooring, and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dacrydium comosum has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dacrydium comosum 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 comosum
Dacrydium comosum can be found in New Zealand.
Dacrydium comosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dacrydium comosum?
Dacrydium comosum
What is the natural habitat of Dacrydium comosum?
Dacrydium comosum is native to the tropical forests of New Guinea.
What is the growth rate of Dacrydium comosum?
Dacrydium comosum 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,