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Sciadopitys verticillata
Umbrella pine
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Latin Name: Sciadopitys verticillata
Common Name: Umbrella pine
Family: Sciadoptyaceae(Click to Search)
Author: (Thunb.)Sieb.&Zucc.
Known Hazards: None known
Habitat: Mountains[58].
Mature Height: 15
Mature Width: 6
Habit: Tree
Cultivation Notes: Prefers a good loamy soil[11]. Grows well near water, tolerating a wet site[81]. Thrives in alll conditions except limey soils[81]. It prefers a pH in the range of 4 to 6, and although it will grow at pH 7 or above it becomes chlorotic[200]. Tolerates some shade but prefers an open position in full sun[81]. Dislikes cold or violent winds[1]. Grows best in mild damp areas with warm humid summers[200].
A very hardy plant[11], tolerating temperatures down to about -30°c when it is fully dormant[200].
A slow-growing tree when very young[11, 81]. Some trees have grown slowly but generally they are of moderate growth in Britain, often averaging 30cm a year and increasing their girth by 2.5cm a year[185].
The cones ripen over a period of 2 years[188].
There are two forms of this species, one is shrub-like whilst the other is a tall-growing tree[11].
Plants should be put into their permanent positions as soon as possible in order for them to develop a good root system, plants more than 1 metre tall check badly for a number of years[200].
This species is notably resistant to honey fungus[200].
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