Botanical Name: Podocarpus gracilior (P.. elongatus)
Common Name: Fern Pine Type of Plant: conifer: tree Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape a plant of variable habit, mostly single-trunked, with ascending and spreading branches forming a dense rounded somewhat billowy canopy; the outer branches tend to hang down Height 20'-40'(60') Spread 1/2-equal Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure outdoors full or partial sun; can tolerate shade at inland locale Soil requires a well-draining loam; avoid alkaline Hardiness some frost (zones 8-9, 13-24): grows best in mild climate Morphology: a modified needle: alternate to whorled, linear-lanceolate Leaves 2"-4" long, 1/8"-1/4" width, mature foliage has blue-green color and is stiff Flowers plants are dioecious: reproductive structure are inconspicuous Fruit a cone: 1/2" diameter, small, fleshy Propagation: semi-hardwood or hardwood cuttings Usage: many usages, based on method of pruning; used as accent tree for fernlike foliage; can be easily espaliered or developed as topiary; develops into a large shade tree if not headed back Landscape Care: Watering regular preferred; not very drought tolerant Fertilizing as needed; check for chlorosis in wet adobe soils Pruning to shape desired, anytime Pests/Diseases relatively free Special Conditions/Other Origin: East Africa Family: Podocarpaceae Notes: |
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