Nagi, Nagi Podocarpus, Broadleaf Podocarpus

Nageia nagi

Physical Characteristics

Nageia nagi is an evergreen Tree growing to 25 m (82ft 0in) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from March to May, and the seeds ripen from September to November. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). and is pollinated by Wind. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - S. China, S. Japan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Canopy; Secondary;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Oil Oil Edible Uses: Oil Oil Young leaves are occasionally parboiled and eaten[183]. The seeds yield an edible oil which is also used in industry[266].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known