Also known as Lancewood
Pseudopanax crassifolius, also known as Lancewood, is a striking evergreen tree native to New Zealand with a distinctive juvenile form and a dense, rounded adult form.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained, fertile soil
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed annually in spring with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter to prevent waterlogged roots, which Pseudopanax crassifolius is susceptible to.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot.
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches. For juvenile plants, pruning can encourage bushier growth. Mature specimens require minimal pruning.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining medium, such as a mix of perlite and peat moss, and keep consistently moist and warm.
Repot young plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently, only when necessary.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Photos of Pseudopanax Crassifolius (Pseudopanax crassifolius)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Genus | Pseudopanax |
| Species | Pseudopanax crassifolius × ferox |
Similar in genus Pseudopanax
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
