Chilean podocarp
Also known as: cloud podocarp
A slow-growing, bushy, evergreen shrub or small tree with spirally arranged, dark green, narrow and pointed leaves up to around 2cm long. Modified cones comprise fleshy, berry-like scales that are bright red when mature
Scientific classification
- Species
- Chilean podocarp (Podocarpus nubigenus)
- Genus
- Podocarpus
- Family
- Podocarpaceae
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- Toxicity
- Conifers · Shrubs · Trees
- Plant type
- Higher than 12 metres
- Height
- 4-8 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 Chilean podocarp
Distribution map
Chile to Argentina
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Chilean podocarp
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Chilean podocarp care guide
- Let top soil dry slightly then water fully around entire root base
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Let top soil dry slightly then water fully around entire root base
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced slow-release feed applied once each early spring yearly
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingTolerant of a range of soils, but does best in fertile, moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in a sunny, sheltered position
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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