Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki is the full name but I wish to limit page names if possbile so just maki here.
It is suitable for cascade and formal upright, and thrives in high humidity with well-draining soil.
Podocarpus maki specifics
- Core Identification & Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Podocarpus macrophyllus var. maki
- Common Name: Chinese Podocarpus.
- Family: Podocarpaceae
- Varietals:
- Habitat/Range: Southern China, Myanmar, Taiwan, and Southcentral and southern Japan
- Morphology & Characteristics
- Growth Habit: Evergreen tree up to 8-10 feet for maki in height
- Leaves: Broadleaf.
- Flowers: None, pollen cones are yellowish and elongated. Seeds light blue in color. Round seeds are poisonous.
- Fruit/Seed: Seeds light blue in color. Round seeds are poisonous.
- Stem/Bark:
- Growth: Slow
- Bonsai Notes
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade, 4-8 hours daily.
- Water Use: Does nto like waterlogged soil.moderate water
- Soil Mix: Akadama, Pumice, Lava Rock
- Fertilizing: balanced fertilizer every 4 weeks during the active growing season (spring through autumn).
- Styling and Maintenance
- Pruning: Responds well to regular pruning.
- Defoliation: no
- Wiring: Branches can be wired year-round, but monitor closely. Also only when young as they become stiff with age.
Gallery images
Firstly, we are uploading pictures of our plants to show the parts of a plant that may help in identification. Secondly, we only have so many plants and my photography skills are not actually skillful. Finally, if it would help to see another angle or view, send us a message and we will attempt to get the right picture perspective.
