Podocarpus spinulosus
Dwarf Plum Pine
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Dwarf Plum Pine (Podocarpus spinulosus) - Description
Podocarpus spinulosus, the Dwarf Plum Pine or Spiny-leaf Podocarp, is a species of podocarp native to the warm-temperate coastal regions of New South Wales and southern Queensland. It is generally an understorey shrub, rarely growing more than 2 m tall. It was first described by James Edward Smith in 1817 as Taxus spinulosa.
Dwarf Plum Pine (Podocarpus spinulosus) - Blooming
Male and female flowers are borne on separate plants in cones. If both males and females are present, plum-shaped, single-seeded fruits can be produced.
Dwarf Plum Pine (Podocarpus spinulosus) - Growth
Dioecious evergreen coniferous shrubs and trees. Podocarpus grows best in full sun with shelter from cold, dry winds. Especially likes humid or high-rainfall climates. Less hardy specimens should be grown indoors with maintained temperate conditions. Many species work well in a woodland garden or border. P. macrophyllus requires long hot and humid summers to fully develop.
Dwarf Plum Pine (Podocarpus spinulosus) - Planting
Sow seed as soon as ripe, or in containers outside in spring. Germination may take 12-18 months! Take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer.
Dwarf Plum Pine (Podocarpus spinulosus) - Pest
Uncommon.
Dwarf Plum Pine (Podocarpus spinulosus) - Soil and irrigation
Best in moist, well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerates well-drained sandy loam or clay. Does not tolerate alkaline soil.
