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Araucaria heterophylla

Norfolk Island Pine, Star Pine

Plant photo of: Araucaria heterophylla
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve George/Sortomme

 

Description

This very large tree will grow to about 100' tall and 60' wide with narrow, sharp leaves that are a deep, dark green. It is a popular Christmas tree in Hawaii. A good indoor plant for sunny exposures.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.

Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.