Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
celatus
ID:
485735

Status:
valid

Authors:
de Laub.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Fl. Venez. 11 (2): 35. (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000485067

Common Names

  • Smooth Yellowwood
  • Smooth Podocarpus
  • Smooth Yew

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Description

Podocarpus celatus (also called Celate Podocarpus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in whorls around the stem and small yellow flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and prefers well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Podocarpus celatus is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Podocarpus celatus is a small, yellowish-green, bell-shaped flower, with a single stamen. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podocarpus celatus is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Podocarpus celatus

Podocarpus celatus is native to South America, primarily in Argentina and Chile.

Podocarpus celatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podocarpus celatus?

Podocarpus celatus

What is the common name of Podocarpus celatus?

Celatus Podocarp

What is the natural habitat of Podocarpus celatus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-0000485067: Placement according to April 2023 Classification