Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
hypophyllus
ID:
482632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 9: t. 889. (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481964



Common Names

  • Phyllocladus hypophyllus
  • Phyllocladus hypophyllus
  • Phyllocladus hypophyllus


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Synonyms

  • Phyllocladus major Pilg. [valid]
  • Phyllocladus protractus (Warb.) Pilg. [valid]
  • Podocarpus hypophyllus (Hook.f.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Phyllocladus hypophyllus protractus Warb. [valid]

Description

Phyllocladus hypophyllus (also called Mountain Celery-pine, among many other common names) is a species of conifer in the family Podocarpaceae. It is an evergreen tree with linear leaves and small cones. It is native to New Zealand, and is found in montane and subalpine forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllocladus hypophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllocladus hypophyllus has yellow-green flowers, small, brown, winged seeds, and seedlings with two needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllocladus hypophyllus is a tropical evergreen tree that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Phyllocladus hypophyllus

Phyllocladus hypophyllus is native to New Zealand and can be found in the mountains of the North and South Islands.

Phyllocladus hypophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllocladus hypophyllus?

Phyllocladus hypophyllus

What is the family of Phyllocladus hypophyllus?

Podocarpaceae

What is the common name of Phyllocladus hypophyllus?

Hypophyllous Phyllocladus

Species in the Podocarpaceae family

Acmopyle pancheri, Acmopyle sahniana, Afrocarpus dawei, Afrocarpus falcatus, Afrocarpus gracilior, Afrocarpus mannii, Afrocarpus usambarensis, Dacrycarpus cinctus, Dacrycarpus compactus, Dacrycarpus cumingii, Dacrycarpus dacrydioides, Dacrycarpus expansus, Dacrycarpus imbricatus, Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis, Dacrycarpus steupii, Dacrycarpus vieillardii, Dacrydium suprinii, Dacrydium araucarioides, Dacrydium balansae, Dacrydium beccarii, Dacrydium comosum, Dacrydium cornwallianum, Dacrydium cupressinum, Dacrydium elatum, Dacrydium ericoides, Dacrydium gibbsiae, Dacrydium gracile, Dacrydium guillauminii, Dacrydium leptophyllum, Dacrydium lycopodioides, Dacrydium magnum, Dacrydium medium, Dacrydium nausoriense, Dacrydium nidulum, Dacrydium novoguineense, Dacrydium pectinatum, Dacrydium spathoides, Dacrydium xanthandrum, Dacrydium tenuifolium, Dacrydium vieillardii, Falcatifolium angustum, Falcatifolium falciforme, Falcatifolium gruezoi, Falcatifolium papuanum, Falcatifolium sleumeri, Falcatifolium taxoides, Falcatifolium falcatum, Halocarpus bidwillii, Halocarpus biformis, Halocarpus kirkii,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000481964: Placement according to April 2023 Classification