Tanekaha, Celery pine

Phyllocladus trichomanoides

Physical Characteristics

Phyllocladus trichomanoides is an evergreen Tree growing to 8 m (26ft) by 5 m (16ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Wind. 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

New Zealand.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Secondary; Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Astringent Astringent[46].

Known Hazards

None known