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yucca plum pine

Scientific Name: Podocarpus coriaceus

Family: Podocarpaceae

Category: Gymnosperm

Growth: Tree

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Yucca Plum Pine (Podocarpus coriaceus)

The Yucca Plum Pine, scientifically known as Podocarpus coriaceus, is a unique conifer with a mix of characteristics.

Considerations for Pets

  • As the common name implies, this plant has "pine" in its name, suggesting it may have needles.

Considerations for Children

  • As the common name implies, this plant has "pine" in its name, suggesting it may have needles.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Podocarpus coriaceus Rich.
  • Common Name: Yucca Plum Pine
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Family: Podocarpaceae
  • Synonyms: Nageia coriacea (Rich.) Kuntze, Nageia coriacea (Rich. & A. Rich.) Kuntze

Distribution and Habitat

  • Podocarpus coriaceus is found in the Dominican Republic, Guadeloupe, and Martinique.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is a perennial tree, meaning it lives for more than two years.

Additional Common Names

  • Wild pine
  • Wild pitch pine
  • Yacca podocarp
  • Bois lubin (French)
  • Laurier rose (Guadeloupe) (French)
  • Podocarpe rose (French)
  • Raisinier (French)

Related Links

  • Garden Guides: Information on gardening with Yucca Plum Pine.
  • Discover Life: Page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution.
  • NCBI Taxonomy: Genus Podocarpus information.