Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
pallidus
ID:
485815

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bernice P. Bishop Mus. Bull. 220: 46. (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000485147

Common Names

  • Pallidus Podocarpus
  • Podocarpus Pallidus
  • Pallidus Plant

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Description

Podocarpus pallidus (also called Pale 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 pallidus 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Podocarpus pallidus are small and yellow-green in color. They are produced in clusters of 2-3 and have a sweet, fruity scent. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podocarpus pallidus 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 pallidus

Podocarpus pallidus is native to South America, primarily in Argentina and Chile.

Podocarpus pallidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podocarpus pallidus?

Podocarpus pallidus

What is the common name of Podocarpus pallidus?

Pale Podocarp

What is the natural habitat of Podocarpus pallidus?

It is found in 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

Netta Elizabeth Gray (b.1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Gray' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000485147: Placement according to April 2023 Classification