Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
rospigliosii
ID:
405102

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pilg.) C.N.Page

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 45: 380. (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404434



Common Names

  • Rospigliosii Retrophyllum
  • Retrophyllum
  • Rospigliosii


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Synonyms

  • Nageia rospigliosii (Pilg.) de Laub. [valid]
  • Podocarpus rospigliosii Pilg. [valid]
  • Decussocarpus rospigliosii (Pilg.) de Laub. [valid]

Description

Retrophyllum rospigliosii (also called Rospigliosi's kauri, among many other common names) is a species of conifer in the family Araucariaceae. It is native to New Caledonia. It is an evergreen tree that grows up to 30 m tall, with a trunk up to 1.5 m in diameter. It is found in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Retrophyllum rospigliosii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Retrophyllum rospigliosii has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spiral pattern. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Retrophyllum rospigliosii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Retrophyllum rospigliosii

Retrophyllum rospigliosii can be found in Peru.

Retrophyllum rospigliosii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Retrophyllum rospigliosii?

Retrophyllum rospigliosii

What is the common name of Retrophyllum rospigliosii?

Rospigliosi's Tree-fern

What is the growth habit of Retrophyllum rospigliosii?

It is an evergreen tree-fern with a single trunk and a crown of fronds.

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.
Christopher Nigel Page (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.N.Page' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000404434: Placement according to April 2023 Classification