Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
spathoides
ID:
485610

Status:
valid

Authors:
de Laub.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Blumea 30: 267. (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484942



Common Names

  • Podocarpus spathoides
  • Spathoides Podocarpus
  • Spathoides Yellowwood


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Description

Podocarpus spathoides (also called Spathoid Podocarp, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to Angola, Namibia, and Zimbabwe, and is found in dry savanna and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Podocarpus spathoides is an evergreen shrub or small tree that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. Its wood is also used for timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Podocarpus spathoides is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podocarpus spathoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix, and cuttings should be taken in summer. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Podocarpus spathoides

Podocarpus spathoides can be found in South America.

Podocarpus spathoides FAQ

What type of plant is Podocarpus spathoides?

Podocarpus spathoides is a shrub belonging to the family Podocarpaceae.

Where is Podocarpus spathoides native to?

Podocarpus spathoides is native to South Africa.

What is the growth habit of Podocarpus spathoides?

Podocarpus spathoides is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3 m in height.

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.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000484942: Placement according to April 2023 Classification