Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
ramosii
ID:
508477

Status:
valid

Authors:
(de Laub.) R.R.Mill

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 63: 81. (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507809

Common Names

  • Podocarpus ramosii
  • Fern Pine
  • Fern Pine Tree

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Synonyms

  • Podocarpus rotundus de Laub. [valid]

Description

Podocarpus ramosii (also called mountain plum pine, among many other common names) is a conifer species in the Podocarpaceae family. It is native to South America and is typically found in moist, shady areas. It has a low-growing, spreading habit with small, scale-like leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Podocarpus ramosii is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Podocarpus ramosii is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a green stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podocarpus ramosii is an evergreen tree native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a potting mix of equal parts sand and peat moss. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in a warm, sunny location. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Podocarpus ramosii

Podocarpus ramosii is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental.

Podocarpus ramosii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podocarpus ramosii?

Podocarpus ramosii

What is the common name of Podocarpus ramosii?

Ramos Podocarpus

What type of plant is Podocarpus ramosii?

Tree

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

Robert R. Mill (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.R.Mill' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000507809: Placement according to April 2023 Classification