Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
neriifolius
ID:
485830

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Descr. Pinus 2: 21. (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000485162



Common Names

  • Neriifolius Podocarpus
  • Podocarpus Neriifolius
  • Neriifolius Plant


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Synonyms

  • Nageia neriifolia (D.Don) Kuntze [valid]
  • Nageia leptostachya (Blume) Gordon [valid]
  • Nageia discolor (Blume) Kuntze [valid]
  • Nageia endlicheriana (Carrière) F.Muell. [valid]
  • Nageia neglecta (Blume) Kuntze [valid]
  • Margbensonia neriifolia (D.Don) A.V.Bobrov & Melikyan [valid]
  • Podocarpus discolor Blume [valid]
  • Podocarpus endlicherianus Carrière [valid]
  • Podocarpus neriifolius penibukanensis Silba [valid]
  • Podocarpus neriifolius staintonii Silba [valid]
  • Podocarpus neriifolius decipiens (N.E.Gray) Silba [valid]
  • Podocarpus polyanthus (Wasscher) Gaussen [valid]
  • Podocarpus epiphyticus de Laub. & Silba [valid]
  • Podocarpus junghuhnianus Miq. [valid]
  • Podocarpus leptostachyus Blume [valid]
  • Podocarpus macrophyllus acuminatissimus E.Pritz. [valid]
  • Podocarpus neriifolius linearis Wasscher [valid]
  • Podocarpus neriifolius membranaceus Wasscher [valid]
  • Podocarpus neriifolius polyanthus Wasscher [valid]
  • Podocarpus neriifolius decipiens (N.E.Gray) Silba [valid]
  • Podocarpus neriifolius staintonii (Silba) Silba [valid]
  • Podocarpus neriifolius penibukanensis (Silba) Silba [valid]
  • Podocarpus annamiensis hainanensis Gaussen [unknown]

Description

Podocarpus neriifolius (also called Leather-leaved Yellow Wood, among many other common names) is a coniferous evergreen tree native to Central America. It has a pyramidal shape with drooping branches and its leaves are needle-like and spirally arranged. It grows in moist mountain forests, and is often found in areas with high humidity and rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Podocarpus neriifolius is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping and as a hedge. It is also used in bonsai and as a houseplant. The wood of this plant is used to make furniture and other wood products.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Podocarpus neriifolius var. annamiensis (N.E.Gray) P.K.Lôc

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Podocarpus neriifolius are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podocarpus neriifolius can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take semi-hardwood cuttings in the summer and root them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Podocarpus neriifolius

Podocarpus neriifolius is native to South Africa and can be found in the Cape Mountains.

Podocarpus neriifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podocarpus neriifolius?

Podocarpus neriifolius

What is the natural habitat of Podocarpus neriifolius?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the average height of Podocarpus neriifolius?

Up to 10 meters

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 Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000485162: Placement according to April 2023 Classification