Podocarpus salignus
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Podocarpus salignus, the willow-leaf podocarp,[2] is a species of coniferous evergreen tree in the family Podocarpaceae. It is found only in Chile, from 35 to 42° south latitude, where it is threatened by habitat loss
Growing up to 20 m (66 ft) in height and 1 m in diameter, the trunk is straight and cylindrical, with reddish-gray bark
The arching branches bear long, narrow, willow-like leaves, and red fleshy oval fruits where male and female plants are grown together. In Chile it is known as Mañío de hojas largas (long-leaved)
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The name comes from Greek πούς (poús, "foot") + καρπός (karpós, "fruit")
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This tree is grown in gardens and parks of Chile, and has been introduced to the British Isles
It requires heavy rainfalls or high humidity, but withstands temperatures down to −25 °C
It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit
The wood is of good quality, yellowish colored, straight grained, and highly moisture resistant
It is used in furniture and construction
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