Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
nakaii
ID:
476538

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan. 6: 66. (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475870



Common Names

  • Nakaii Podocarpus
  • Nakai's Podocarpus
  • Nakai's Yellowwood


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Synonyms

  • Nageia japonica (Siebold ex. Endl.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Nageia macrophylla maki (Siebold & Zucc.) Voss [valid]
  • Podocarpus macrophyllus nakaii (Hayata) H.L.Li & H.Keng [valid]

Description

Podocarpus nakaii (also called Nakai's podocarp, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 20 meters tall. It is native to South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Podocarpus nakaii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Podocarpus nakaii are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, leathery leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podocarpus nakaii is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, lowland forests. Propagation is usually done through seeds, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 15-20 cm.

Where to Find Podocarpus nakaii

Podocarpus nakaii is native to Japan and can be found in the wetter parts of the country.

Podocarpus nakaii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podocarpus nakaii?

Podocarpus nakaii

What is the common name of Podocarpus nakaii?

Nakai's Podocarpus

What is the native range of Podocarpus nakaii?

Asia

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

Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000475870: Placement according to April 2023 Classification