mountain totara
Also known as: alpine totara
A rounded, wide, dense evergreen conifer with robust, narrow dark green leaves. Can be variable in height, but never more that of 2m (6ft). Red fruits 6mm (¼ in) long, are borne on female plants
Scientific classification
- Species
- mountain totara (Podocarpus nivalis)
- Genus
- Podocarpus
- Family
- Podocarpaceae
- Slightly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Conifers · Shrubs
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of mountain totara
Distribution map
New Zealand
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Culture
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Toxicity
Slightly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of mountain totara
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mountain totara care guide
- Allow soil partial drying before deep watering full root system
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Allow soil partial drying before deep watering full root system
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak conifer slow-release feed applied once each early spring growth
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed as soon as ripe. Sow in spring in an open frame. Germination can take up to 18 months.\r\nPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings from upright shoots in late summer
Growing
GrowingGrows best in rich, moist soil that contains plenty of organic matter. Enjoys shelter from drying, cold winds
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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