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East African Yellowwood (Afrocarpus gracilior)

Afrocarpus gracilior, the East African Yellowwood, is a large evergreen tree native to East Africa, valued for its timber and ornamental appeal.

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Adaptable to various soil types but prefers loamy or sandy soils.

Temperature

Mild to Warm

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Light Feeding

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Protect young plants from intense direct sun.

Water

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Adaptable to various soil types but prefers loamy or sandy soils.

Temperature

Mild to Warm

Ideal range 15-25°C; tolerates brief cooler periods.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Light Feeding

Apply balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-25 m

Spread

8-15 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Needle-like

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Synonyms
Decussocarpus gracilior (Pilg.) de Laub.
Podocarpus gracilior Pilg.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classPinopsida
  • orderPinales
  • familyPodocarpaceae
  • genusAfrocarpus
  • speciesAfrocarpus gracilior
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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