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Podocarpus gracilior /Fern Pine Podocarpus, Fern Podocarpus
Specimen tree
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Specimen tree
Long, narrow, needle-like foliage
Soft flexible foliage
Specimen tree
Close-up of foliage
Specimen tree in the Houston Botanical Garden
Container grown plant with ferny foliage
Long, narrow, draping leaves
This specimen pruned into an unusual form in a southern California office park
Foliage
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Scientific Name:
Podocarpus gracilior
Common Name:
Fern Pine Podocarpus, Fern Podocarpus
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
9, 10, 11
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Height:
30-50 feet
Spread:
20- 30 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
Yellow
Fruit present:
Summer
Fruit color:
Red
Light Exposure:
Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments:
On weeping branch tips new growth is light green and darkens as it matures. Often used as an espalier, this podocarpus is also striking when used as a specimen, shade tree, or screening plant. When well established it can tolerate dry soils.