Manoao (/ˈmɑːnoʊaʊ/ MAH-noh-ow)[2] is a monotypic genus in the family Podocarpaceae.

In molecular phylogenetic analyses Manoao was found to be related to Parasitaxus (a parasitic and monotypic genus from New Caledonia) and Lagarostrobos (a single species from Tasmania when narrowly defined), but their exact relationships are unresolved.

[3] Manoao colensoi is a slow-growing evergreen tree up to 15 m (49 ft) in height, in shady, wet areas of New Zealand.

It is a source of fine, straight and durable timber.

M. colensoi can be found in the North Island from Te Paki southwards to Mount Ruapehu.