
Smooth-barked kauri (Agathis robusta)
Smooth-barked kauri, also known as Queensland kauri
Smooth-barked kauri (Agathis robusta) hails from Queensland, Australia. As it matures, it loses its lower branches, resulting in a smooth, straight trunk that is excellent for timber production. The tree's bark produces a hard resin called dammar, which is used for caulking boats, as an adhesive, and in ink formulations.
Key Facts About Smooth-barked kauri
Attributes of Smooth-barked kauri
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
30 m to 50 m
Spread
4.5 m to 9 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
7 mm to 9 mm
Flower Color
White Pink Cream Purple
Scientific Classification of Smooth-barked kauri
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Conifers
Order
Pinales
Family
Araucaria
Genus
Kauri
Species
Smooth-barked kauri