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Conifer
Mañío hoja larga
Podocarpus salignus
A Chilean evergreen conifer with long, narrow leaves resembling willow foliage.
Botanical description
About this species
Mañío hoja larga is an evergreen conifer in the Podocarpaceae family, native only to Chile. Its narrow, linear, slightly drooping leaves give it a fine texture. Its seeds develop above a fleshy structure.
Species geography
Natural distribution
Endemic to ChileA conifer endemic to Chile, occurring naturally from Maule to Los Lagos.
Habitat. Moist temperate forests, especially sheltered slopes and ravines.
Chile
- Maule
- Ñuble
- Biobío
- La Araucanía
- Los Ríos
- Los Lagos
Latitude range: Approximately 35°–42° S
Species profile
Characteristics
- Local name
- Mañío hoja larga
- Scientific name
- Podocarpus salignus
- Plant type
- Conifer
- Origin
- Endemic to Chile.
- Foliage
- Fine-textured, drooping evergreen foliage with linear leaves.
- Distinctive feature
- Leaves longer and narrower than those of other mañíos.
- Ecological role
- A conifer of Chilean temperate forests.
Getting started
Planting and care
Light
Partial shade or filtered light while establishing; introduce sun gradually.
Watering
Water regularly, maintaining steady moisture without standing water.
Soil and planting
Cool, deep soil with organic matter and good drainage. Provide wind protection at first.
Suitable conditions depend on the plant’s provenance, soil and microclimate. Check recommendations for your project with the nursery before planting.