Status:
valid
Authors:
Parl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16 (2): 513. (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000485634
Common Names
- Podocarpus aristulatus
- Aristulatus Podocarpus
- Aristulatus Yellowwood
Synonyms
- Nageia aristulata (Parl.) Kuntze [valid]
- Podocarpus angustifolius wrightii Pilg. [valid]
- Podocarpus angustifolius aristulatus (Parl.) Staszk. [valid]
Description
Podocarpus aristulatus (also called Japanese yew, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or tree native to Japan, Taiwan, and the Ryukyu Islands. It has a pyramidal shape with a dense crown and can reach up to 20 m in height. Its leaves are linear to lanceolate, and its fruits are globose and red. It grows in moist forests, on mountain slopes, and in ravines.
Uses & Benefits
Podocarpus aristulatus is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and evergreen look. It is also used to make furniture and woodwork. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Podocarpus aristulatus is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Podocarpus aristulatus is an evergreen tree that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Podocarpus aristulatus
Podocarpus aristulatus can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Podocarpus aristulatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podocarpus aristulatus?
Podocarpus aristulatus
What is the common name of Podocarpus aristulatus?
Mountain Plum Pine
What is the natural habitat of Podocarpus aristulatus?
Mountainous regions of Central and South America
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,