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Dacrydium cupressinum.
NZ's native Rimu tree. A large tree with dark greyish brown bark. When it forms a pyramidal shape with distinctive brown-green foliage overlapping around the weeping branches. Prefers soils with good moisture, and shelter from wind when young. Tree may live for 900 years. Occurs naturally in lowland and mountain forests throughout New Zealand. The fruit provides food for native birds.
Genus
Dacrydium
Species
cupressinum.
Cultivar
Common name
Rimu
Family name
Podocarpaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
7 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Avoid dry soils / Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
must be sheltered from wind. / Prefers a semi-shaded site / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Indigenous / Magnificent / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture
Trees
Category
Large over 18 metres.
Availability
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