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Podocarpus cunninghamii
Height: 8m;  Spread: 5m
Cunningham's Totara (Tree)
A very attractive specimen tree similar to P.totara but shorter and is commonly found at higher altitudes. Also distinguished by its thin bark and slightly larger needle-like leaves. Previously called Podocarpus hallii.
» For a landscaping perspective on Podocarpus cunninghamii see this article by O2 Landscapes...
Photo gallery:
Two totaras conveniently sited for comparison - Podocarpus cunninghamii on the top right, Podocarpus totara on the bottom left.
A rather wind blasted specimen,around 1000m Southern Tararuas
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