Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Genus:
Species:
nagi
ID:
381601

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 798. (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000380933



Common Names

  • Nagi Nageia
  • Nagi Fir
  • Nagi Incense-cedar


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Synonyms

  • Nageia ovata Gordon [valid]
  • Nageia caesia (Maxim.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Nageia japonica Gaertn. [valid]
  • Nageia cuspidata (Endl.) Gordon [valid]
  • Nageia grandifolia (Endl.) Gordon [valid]
  • Podocarpus caesius Maxim. [valid]
  • Podocarpus cuspidatus Endl. [valid]
  • Podocarpus ovata (Gordon) Henkel & W.Hochst. [valid]
  • Podocarpus nageia R.Br. ex. Endl. [illegitimate]
  • Podocarpus nagi (Thunb.) Pilg. [unknown]
  • Podocarpus grandifolius Endl. [valid]
  • Decussocarpus nagi de Laub. [valid]
  • Podocarpus nagi ovatus (Gordon) Makino [valid]
  • Podocarpus japonicus J.Nelson [valid]
  • Podocarpus nagi caesius (Maxim.) Makino [valid]
  • Podocarpus nageia angustifolius Maxim. [valid]
  • Podocarpus nageia rotundifolius Maxim. [valid]
  • Podocarpus nagi angustifolius (Maxim.) Makino [valid]
  • Podocarpus nagi rotundifolius (Maxim.) Makino [valid]
  • Podocarpus nagi (Thunb.) Zoll. & Moritzi ex. Makino [valid]
  • Podocarpus nageia R.Br. ex. Mirb. [unknown]
  • Podocarpus nagi Zoll. & Moritzi ex. Zoll. [unknown]
  • Podocarpus ovatus (Gordon) Henkel & W.Hochst. [valid]

Description

Nageia nagi (also called Nagi 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 nagi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber and fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nageia nagi is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a single, round, brown seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, round, brown seed at the center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nageia nagi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Nageia nagi

Nageia nagi is native to Japan, Taiwan, and the Ryukyu Islands.

Nageia nagi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nageia nagi?

Nageia nagi

What is the common name of Nageia nagi?

Nagi Nageia

Where is Nageia nagi native to?

Nageia nagi 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

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000380933: Placement according to April 2023 Classification