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Afrocarpus falcatus
Outeniqua Yellowwood
Afrocarpus · Podocarpaceae
Outeniqua Yellowwood (Afrocarpus falcatus) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 15 m high and 12 m spread, with a rounded canopy form. Its noted amenity value is interesting bark. Its recorded local performance is very reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Afrocarpus
Family
Podocarpaceae
Common name
Outeniqua Yellowwood
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Afrocarpus falcatus belongs to the Afrocarpus genus within the Podocarpaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Part Shade
Soil
Dry soil; confirm drainage and soil volume for the site
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
15 m H × 12 m W
Landscape use
Maintain current usage
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
- 02Afrocarpus falcatus verified observation photograph — iNaturalist · (c) Jeremy Gilmore, some rights reserved (CC BY)

