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Tānekaha (Phyllocladus trichomanoides)

Tānekaha (Phyllocladus trichomanoides) is a coniferous tree native to New Zealand, known for its distinctive flattened, leaf-like branchlets.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Tolerates a range of soils but prefers well-drained, fertile loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect young plants from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water more frequently during dry spells.

Soil

Tolerates a range of soils but prefers well-drained, fertile loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal range is 10-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half strength in spring and mid-summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-25 m

Spread

5-10 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Phylloclades (flattened stems that resemble leaves)

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Synonyms
Podocarpus trichomanoides (D.Don) Kuntze
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classPinopsida
  • orderPinales
  • familyPodocarpaceae
  • genusPhyllocladus
  • speciesPhyllocladus trichomanoides
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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