Podocarpus macrophyllus

Buddhist Pine

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Evergreen coniferous shrub with narrow, glossy dark green leaves. Often grown as indoor topiary or outdoor hedge in temperate zones.
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Plant Details

Common Name Buddhist Pine
Family Podocarpaceae
Genus Podocarpus
Species Macrophyllus
Origin East Asia
Blooming Rarely flowers indoors, produces fleshy cones in maturity.
Leaf Color Dark green to yellow-green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining, slightly acidic peat mix with perlite.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sun which scorches needles indoors.

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Fertilization

Balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring/Summer).

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Pruning

Trim to maintain shape and remove damaged foliage regularly.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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