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Mast Tree

Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula

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Overview

The Mast Tree (Polyalthia longifolia 'Pendula') is an elegant evergreen, perfect for vertical emphasis in a landscape. It grows to about 30-40 feet tall with a slim, columnar form about 4-5 feet wide. Its pendulous, wavy-edged leaves, richly green, create a dense, feathery appearance. Thrives in USDA zones 10-11, relishes full sun to partial shade, and prefers well-drained soil. Ideal for screening and ornamental use.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 10–11Type TreeClimate Subtropical
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — The inconspicuous pale green flowers may not be flashy; its non-invasive roots and minimal maintenance needs make

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Mature height
30–40 Ft.
Mature width
4–6 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Annonaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — truly embodying an upright form akin to a ship's mast.<br><br>Its dark green
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — and hang in a pendulous fashion
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — Importantly, these leaves emit minimal litter, making it an attractive option for tidy landscapes, image 67
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — glossy leaves are lance-shaped, image 63
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — Importantly, these leaves emit minimal litter, making it an attractive option for tidy landscapes
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — achieving lengths of about 6 to 12 inches; this species is notably drought-tolerant once established, image 64
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — It grows to about 30-40 feet tall with a slim, columnar form about 4-5 feet wide; the inconspicuous, image 53
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — or in narrow garden beds where vertical structure is desired; and hang in a pendulous fashion, image 74
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — ideal for framing gardens or as a focal point; importantly, these leaves emit minimal litter, making it, image 85
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — weeping foliage and its architectural elegance; ideal for framing gardens or as a focal point
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — Ideal for screening and ornamental use; achieving lengths of about 6 to 12 inches, image 81
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — dancing delicately with the wind; weeping foliage and its architectural elegance, image 66
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — renowned for its graceful; it grows to about 30-40 feet tall with a slim, columnar form about 4-5 feet wide
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — scientifically known as Polyalthia longifolia 'Pendula'
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — This species is notably drought-tolerant once established; truly embodying an upright form akin to a, image 70
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — ensure the site offers well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure
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