Buddhist Pine (Podocarpus Macrophyllus) is a perennial tree in the Podocarpaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Podocarpus macrophyllus is an evergreen coniferous shrub or tree native to southern Japan, Taiwan, and southern China, known for its dense, dark green foliage and slow growth.