Oleander Podocarp, Brown Pine

Podocarpus neriifolius

Physical Characteristics

Podocarpus neriifolius is an evergreen Tree growing to 25 m (82ft) by 25 m (82ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10 and is frost tender. 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 and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils and can grow in very acid and saline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil and can tolerate drought. The plant can tolerates strong winds but not maritime exposure.

Distribution

E. Asia - India, Sikkim, Nepal, Thailand, Laos, Indonesia, Philippines, Papua New Guinea.

Habitats

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw[46 , 404 ]. The orange-red fruit is about 8 - 10 _ 5 - 8mm[266 ].

Medicinal Uses

Antiarthritic Antirheumatic A decoction of the leaves has been used as a treatment for rheumatism and arthritis[404 ]. The juice from the leaves is prepared as a remedy against maggot infested sores[404 ].

Known Hazards

None known