Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Genus:
Species:
wallichiana
ID:
381483

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2:800. (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000380815



Common Names

  • Nageia wallichiana
  • Wallichiana Nageia
  • Wallichiana


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Synonyms

  • Nageia latifolia (Wall.) Gordon [valid]
  • Podocarpus agathifolius Blume [valid]
  • Podocarpus latifolius Wall. [valid]
  • Podocarpus latifolius Blume [valid]
  • Podocarpus blumei Endl. [valid]
  • Podocarpus wallichianus C.Presl [valid]
  • Decussocarpus wallichianus (C.Presl) de Laub. [unknown]

Description

Nageia wallichiana (also called Wallich's Nageia, among many other common names) is a species of conifer in the Podocarpaceae family. It is an evergreen tree with green needles, native to the Mediterranean region and Central Asia. It grows in moist forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nageia wallichiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, stomach pain, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nageia wallichiana is a small, yellow-green, three-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, black, tear-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nageia wallichiana is an evergreen conifer that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers soils that are slightly acidic. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be propagated by seed in the spring or by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Nageia wallichiana

Nageia wallichiana is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist habitats, such as wetlands, swamps, and marshes.

Nageia wallichiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nageia wallichiana?

Nageia wallichiana

What is the common name of Nageia wallichiana?

Wallich's Podocarp

What is the natural habitat of Nageia wallichiana?

Mountain forests and woodlands

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-0000380815: Placement according to April 2023 Classification