Agathis australis is a species of evergreen tree commonly found in New Zealand and some areas in Australia. It is also known by several other names such as kauri, New Zealand kauri, white kauri, and dammar pine. The word kauri is derived from the Māori language, which means 'strength' or 'hardness'.
Other synonyms for Agathis australis include Agathis robusta, Agathis lanceolata, and Agathis vitiensis. In some regions, the species is also referred to as Queensland kauri, Norfolk Island kauri, or Fiji kauri.
Kauri trees are known for their massive size that can reach up to 50 meters in height and 16 meters in girth, making it one of the largest and longest-living trees in the world.