Podocarpus roraimae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
roraimae
ID:
476572
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pilg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Königl. Bot. Gart. Berlin 5: 299. (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475904
Common Names
- Podocarpus roraimae
- Roraimae Podocarpus
- Podocarpus
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- Podocarpus buchholzii neblinensis Silba [valid]
Description
Podocarpus roraimae (also called 'Roraima Podocarpus', among many other common names) is a species of conifer in the family Podocarpaceae. It is native to South America and is found in wet, tropical forests. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 m tall, with needle-like leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Podocarpus roraimae is an evergreen shrub or small tree that is often used as a hedge or screen. It is also used as a bonsai tree and is a popular choice for topiary. It is also used in landscaping and can be grown in containers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Podocarpus roraimae is a small, yellowish-green cone-like structure. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and conical in shape.
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Podocarpus roraimae is a slow-growing evergreen conifer that can be cultivated in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, although cuttings can also be used.
Where to Find Podocarpus roraimae
Podocarpus roraimae is native to Guyana, where it can be found in the Roraima region.
Podocarpus roraimae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podocarpus roraimae?
Podocarpus roraimae
What is the common name of Podocarpus roraimae?
Roraima Yellowwood
What is the habitat of Podocarpus roraimae?
It is found in montane forests and woodlands
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 Knud Friedrich Pilger (1876-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pilg.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for:wfo-0000475904: Placement according to April 2023 Classification