Podocarpus salignus (Willow-Leaf Podocarpus)

Botanical Information

FamilyPodocarpaceae
GenusPodocarpus
Speciessalignus
SynonymsPodocarpus chilinus
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (evergreen)
OriginSouthern Chile.
Ethnobotanical Uses
Disclaimer		The wood is of good quality, yellowish coloured, straight grained, and highly moisture resistant and is used in furniture and construction.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone8 - 10
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone7
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH3 - H6
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-18 - 2
Temperature (°F)0 - 35
Height8 - 12 m
Spread4 - 8 m
GrowthSlow

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionAn evergreen conifer producing a medium-sized tree of bushy, upright growth. Arching or drooping branches are well-clothed with dark, glossy willow-like leaves up to 15 cm in length.
ShapeUpright growth.
PropagationBy seed or semi-hardwood cuttings.
CultivationGrow in moist but well-drained soil. Protect from cool, drying winds. Prefers high humidity or high rainfall climates.
Notable SpecimensWestonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England. Caerhays Castle, Gorran, Cornwall, United Kingdom. Trebah Gardens, Mawnan Smith, Nr Falmouth, Cornwall.
Bark/Stem DescriptionThe trunk is straight and cylindrical with reddish-grey bark.
Leaf DescriptionDark, glossy willow-like leaves up to 15 cm in length.
Fruit DescriptionA plum-shaped fleshy fruit.

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