Taxonomy

Division:

Coniferophyta | - Conifers

Family:

Araucariaceae

Genus:

Araucaria

Species:

Araucaria heterophylla

USDA Symbol:

ARHE12

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

6000 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to Norfolk Island, prefers coastal conditions

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–90 days

Notes:

Seeds should be fresh as viability decreases rapidly with storage. Germination is epigeal and occurs best at warm temperatures around 20-25°C.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI