Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Genus:
Species:
maxima
ID:
381605

Status:
valid

Authors:
(de Laub.) de Laub.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Blumea 32: 210. (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000380937



Common Names

  • Maxima Nageia
  • Maxima Fir
  • Maxima Incense-cedar


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Synonyms

  • Podocarpus maxima (de Laub.) Gaussen [unknown]
  • Decussocarpus maximus de Laub. [valid]
  • Podocarpus maximus (de Laub.) Gaussen [valid]

Description

Nageia maxima (also called Giant Nageia, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows to a height of 15–30 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. Its leaves are spirally arranged, linear, and measure up to 5 cm long. It is found in montane forests, at elevations of 1000–3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Nageia maxima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber and fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nageia maxima has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nageia maxima is a slow-growing evergreen conifer that is best propagated by cuttings. Take cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in a sandy soil mixture. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Nageia maxima

Nageia maxima is native to China, Japan, and Taiwan.

Nageia maxima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nageia maxima?

Nageia maxima

What is the common name of Nageia maxima?

Large Nageia

Where is Nageia maxima native to?

Nageia maxima is native to South East Asia.

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-0000380937: Placement according to April 2023 Classification