Real Yellow Wood

Podocarpus latifolius, the Real Yellowwood, is a magnificent, slow-growing evergreen tree with deep historical and ecological significance in South Africa.

It boasts an elegant, upright growth habit with dark green, lance-shaped leaves that create a lush, dense canopy—perfect for screening, windbreaks, or as a stately feature tree.

Exceptionally well-suited to the Western Cape, it thrives in a variety of soils, tolerates moderate frost, and can withstand coastal conditions if planted in a sheltered spot.

While it does not produce traditional flowers, it forms small cones, with the female trees developing fleshy, berry-like seeds that attract birds.

As South Africa’s national tree, the Real Yellowwood is a symbol of resilience and longevity, making it a fantastic choice for anyone seeking a hardy, low-maintenance tree with lasting beauty and heritage.