What is another word for Genus Afrocarpus?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs ˈafɹə͡ʊkˌɑːpəs] (IPA) 
Genus Afrocarpus is a group of evergreen trees and shrubs that are endemic to Africa. There are a few synonyms for the term, such as Podocarpus, which refers to a different genus of evergreen trees. Other similar plants include the Sciadopitys verticillata, which is also known as the Japanese umbrella pine. Indigenous tribes in Africa have used the bark and needles of these trees for medicinal purposes, earning them the nickname of "African yellowwood." Different species of the genus include A. mannii, A. usambarensis, and A. falcatus, among others. These trees can be found in various elevations and are well adapted to the African climate.
