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Plant Care
Japanese umbrella pine
(Sciadopitys verticillata)
Also Known As
Japanese umbrella pine, Japanese umbrella tree, Sciadopitys
About This Plant
Sciadopitys Verticillata is an evergreen coniferous tree that can grow up to 40 meters tall. It has a straight trunk and a narrow, conical crown. The bark is brown and scaly, and the leaves are needle-like and arranged in whorls of 4-6.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Height: 25-40 meters (82-131 ft), Width: 6-12 meters (20-39 ft)
Light Requirements
The Japanese umbrella pine prefers full sun to partial shade.
Humidity Needs
The plant prefers high humidity levels, around 50-70%.
Fertilizing Schedule
The plant requires a balanced fertilizer once a year in the spring.
Pruning Guidelines
Pruning is not necessary, but can be done to shape the tree or remove damaged or diseased branches.
Common Pests and Diseases
The Japanese umbrella pine is generally pest-free, but can be susceptible to spider mites and scale insects.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
The plant requires regular watering, especially during hot and dry weather.
Temperature Range
The plant is hardy in USDA zones 5-8, and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C (-4°F).
Growing Season
Spring to fall
Growing Difficulty Level
Moderately difficult
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-8
Did You Know?
The Japanese umbrella pine is not actually a pine, but a unique species in its own family, Sciadopityaceae. Its closest living relative is the yew tree.
