Learn how to care for your green friend

Maki Buddhist Pine

Podocarpus macrophyllus 'Maki'

Tropical & indoor plants · Planned variety

Meet your green friend.

Narrow, leathery evergreen leaves cluster along upright woody stems.

Why you’ll love it

  • Narrow, leathery evergreen leaves cluster along upright woody stems.
  • Adds a distinct foliage or flower form to a suitable plant display.

A space where it can thrive

Choose a growing position that matches the light and moisture guidance below. Nursery listing does not confirm current Golden Bazaar stock.

Ask about availability

Availability, size, pot and price will be confirmed in store. Pictures illustrate the plant type.

Your care routine

Light

Bright light with some gentle sun; acclimatize gradually to stronger outdoor light.

Watering

Keep the root ball lightly moist, allowing the surface to start drying before watering; drain completely.

Soil & drainage

An organic, freely draining container mix.

Fertilizer

Feed during active growth with a balanced plant fertilizer at the label rate. Avoid feeding dormant plants or a dry root ball.

Temperature

A bright, frost-free position around 10–24°C suits the supplier’s indoor growing guidance.

Humidity

Ordinary room humidity with gentle air movement; keep away from drying heating vents.

Through the seasons

Use less water and fertilizer as indoor growth slows in winter. Acclimatize gradually before moving outside in spring.

When your plant needs help

  • Waterlogged soil can damage roots; check drainage before watering again.
  • Inspect new growth and leaf undersides for pests and isolate affected plants.

Pets & little ones

Source poison severity: Low. Pet-specific and human safety are not verified by this guide. Do not use a photo identification to decide whether a plant is edible.

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Care references

Guidance is a starting point. Adjust watering to your plant, pot, light and season; follow fertilizer labels and check outdoor cultivar hardiness.