Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
degeneri
ID:
485753

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Gray) de Laub.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Phytologia Mem. 7: 61. (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000485085

Common Names

  • Degener's Yellowwood
  • Degener's Podocarpus
  • Degener's Yew

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Synonyms

  • Margbensonia degeneri (N.E.Gray) A.V.Bobrov & Melikyan [valid]
  • Podocarpus neriifolius degeneri N.E.Gray [valid]

Description

Podocarpus degeneri (also called Brown Pine, Brown Yam, Brown Yam Pine, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to the Philippines and Indonesia. It has an upright, conical shape with dark green, leathery leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Podocarpus degeneri is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in bonsai and topiary. It is also used as a windbreak and hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Podocarpus degeneri is a small, yellowish-greenish flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podocarpus degeneri can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Podocarpus degeneri

Podocarpus degeneri is native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It can be found in moist montane forests at elevations of 1,500 to 3,000 meters.

Podocarpus degeneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podocarpus degeneri?

Podocarpus degeneri

What is the common name of Podocarpus degeneri?

Degeneri Podocarp

What is the natural habitat of Podocarpus degeneri?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Podocarpus genus

Podocarpus nakaii, Podocarpus pendulifolius, Podocarpus pilgeri, Podocarpus glaucus, Podocarpus loderi, Podocarpus henkelii, Podocarpus ledermannii, Podocarpus steyermarkii, Podocarpus roraimae, Podocarpus rostratus, Podocarpus salomoniensis, Podocarpus sylvestris, Podocarpus tepuiensis, Podocarpus trinitensis, Podocarpus victorinianus, Podocarpus brevifolius, Podocarpus buchii, Podocarpus decipiens, Podocarpus decumbens, Podocarpus deflexus, Podocarpus dispermus, Podocarpus ekmanii, Podocarpus brassii, Podocarpus teysmannii, Podocarpus totara, Podocarpus transiens, Podocarpus sellowii, Podocarpus smithii, Podocarpus spathoides, Podocarpus spinulosus, Podocarpus sprucei, Podocarpus subtropicalis, Podocarpus salicifolius, Podocarpus brasiliensis, Podocarpus capuronii, Podocarpus celatus, Podocarpus acuminatus, Podocarpus acutifolius, Podocarpus affinis, Podocarpus degeneri, Podocarpus drouynianus, Podocarpus elatus, Podocarpus chinensis, Podocarpus chingianus, Podocarpus confertus, Podocarpus coriaceus, Podocarpus costalis, Podocarpus costaricensis, Podocarpus oleifolius, Podocarpus novae-caledoniae,

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

David John de Laubenfels (1925-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Laub.' in the authors string.
Netta Elizabeth Gray (b.1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Gray' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000485085: Placement according to April 2023 Classification