Agathis regia Warb.

Agathis philippinensis is a very large, evergreen tree growing up to 60 m tall and 3 m in diameter.

It prefers light, medium, heavy, freely draining, acidic soils. It has special tolerance for shallow, infertile soils.

A. philippinensis is a widely distributed species in the Philippines, Australasia and Melanesia. It is planted as an enrichment crop in inadequately stocked areas or underplanted in existing plantations.

It tolerates wind, shade and regenerates rapidly. Stand establishment is normally through natural regeneration, planting stock and wildings.

Pests recorded include insects such as Aesiotes notabilis. Diseases include fungal infections such as Fomitopsis pinicola, Phytophthora cinnamomi etc.

Seeds are recalcitrant, with low viability.

Intercropping: It is planted as an enrichment crop in inadequately stocked areas or underplanted in existing plantations, as it needs partial shade in the early stages of its development.

Timber: Its high quality timber is used for many general purposes and is much in demand. Gum or resin: The species is tapped for its resin (traded as Manila copal).