Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Genus:
Species:
xanthandrum
ID:
637370

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pilg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 69: 252. (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636702

Common Names

  • Rimu
  • Red Pine
  • New Zealand Red Pine

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Synonyms

  • Corneria xanthandra (Pilg.) A.V.Bobrov & Melikyan [valid]

Description

Dacrydium xanthandrum (also called Yellow Dacrydium, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree native to China, Taiwan, and Vietnam. It grows up to 25 m tall, with a trunk up to 0.5 m diameter. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun and is often found in mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dacrydium xanthandrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant, making it an ideal choice for dry climates. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dacrydium xanthandrum has small, yellowish flowers with four petals and a single stamen. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dacrydium xanthandrum is an evergreen tree that grows up to 25 m (82 ft) tall. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Dacrydium xanthandrum

Dacrydium xanthandrum is native to the temperate forests of New Zealand.

Dacrydium xanthandrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dacrydium xanthandrum?

Dacrydium xanthandrum

Where is Dacrydium xanthandrum found?

Dacrydium xanthandrum is found in New Zealand

What type of habitat does Dacrydium xanthandrum prefer?

Dacrydium xanthandrum prefers wet, montane forests

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

Robert Knud Friedrich Pilger (1876-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pilg.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000636702: Placement according to April 2023 Classification