Podocarpus drouynianus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
drouynianus
ID:
485759
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 4: 86. (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000485091
Common Names
- Drouyn's Yellowwood
- Drouyn's Podocarpus
- Drouyn's Yew
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- Nageia drouyniana (F.Muell.) F.Muell. [valid]
- Margbensonia drouyniana (F.Muell.) A.V.Bobrov & Melikyan [valid]
Description
Podocarpus drouynianus (also called Drouyn's Yam, Drouyn's Yam Pine, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to New Caledonia. It has an upright, conical shape with dark green, leathery leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Podocarpus drouynianus is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Podocarpus drouynianus is a small, yellowish-greenish flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Podocarpus drouynianus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take semi-hardwood cuttings in the summer and root them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Podocarpus drouynianus
Podocarpus drouynianus is native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It can be found in moist montane forests at elevations of 1,500 to 3,000 meters.
Podocarpus drouynianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podocarpus drouynianus?
Podocarpus drouynianus
What is the common name of Podocarpus drouynianus?
Drouynianus Podocarp
What is the natural habitat of Podocarpus drouynianus?
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
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000485091: Placement according to April 2023 Classification