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Callitris preissii

Scientific Name: Callitris preissii

Family: Cupressaceae

Category: Gymnosperm

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Callitris preissii: Rottnest Island Pine

Callitris preissii, also known as Rottnest Island Pine, is a species of conifer native to Australia. It is sometimes referred to as Callitris gracilis.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant has needle-like foliage.
  • Cones are produced by this plant.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Callitris preissii Miq.
  • Family: Cupressaceae
  • Synonyms:
    • Callitris gracilis R.T. Baker
    • Callitris robusta (A. Cunn. ex Parl.) R. Br. ex Engl.
    • Frenela gulielmi Parl.
    • Callitris verrucosa (A.Cunn. ex Endl.) F.Muell.
    • Frenela verrucosa A.Cunn. ex Endl.
  • Taxonomic Serial Number: 184098
  • Subspecies: Callitris preissii subsp. verrucosa (A. Cunn. ex Mirb.) F. Muell.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Callitris preissii is found only in Australia.
  • It is indigenous to New South Wales (NSW), South Australia (SA), Western Australia (WA), and Victoria.
  • The plant thrives in calcareous, sandy soils.
  • Specifically mentioned locations include Trigg Bushland in Western Australia and Rottnest Island.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It can grow as a tree or shrub, typically reaching 2 meters or less, but can reach up to 5-20 meters in height.
  • The trunk can reach a diameter of 50 cm.
  • The crown usually comprises fine, very dense foliage.
  • Branches can be spreading to erect, or the plant can exhibit a stunted, irregularly branched form.
  • Leaves are 2-4 mm long on ultimate branchlets and are grey-green in color.

Ecological Role

  • It is considered a fire-sensitive species, making it useful for dating historical fires through dendroecological studies.
  • The species can be found in Callitris preissii and/or Melaleuca lanceolata forests and woodlands.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Laimaphelenchus preissii sp. nov., a nematode, has been described from the bark of Callitris preissii in South Australia.

Additional Resources

  • United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
  • FloraBase
  • ARKive
  • EOL (Encyclopedia of Life)
  • Wikipedia Species Pages - German checklist
  • GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility)
  • GRIN Taxonomy
  • IPNI (International Plant Names Index)
  • Australian Plant Name Index
  • NYBG (New York Botanical Garden) Virtual Herbarium
  • B and T World Seeds' database
  • Discover Life
  • Biodiversity Library