Araucaria heterophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
261057
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Franco) Franco
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Anais Inst. Super. Agron. 19: 11. (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260389
Common Names
- Araucaria heterophylla
- Heterophylla Araucaria
- Different-leaved Araucaria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Araucaria heterophylla (also called Norfolk Island Pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to Norfolk Island, Australia. It has a pyramidal shape and can grow up to 50 m tall. It is found in humid forests and on coastal cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Araucaria heterophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Araucaria heterophylla is a small, yellowish-green cone. The seed is a small, dark brown, three-angled nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, light green leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Araucaria heterophylla is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 40 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in a potting mix and kept moist until they have germinated. Once the seedlings have grown to a few inches in height, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Araucaria heterophylla
Araucaria heterophylla is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Araucaria heterophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Araucaria heterophylla?
Araucaria heterophylla
What is the common name of Araucaria heterophylla?
Norfolk Island Pine
Where is Araucaria heterophylla native to?
Australia and New Zealand
Species in the Araucaria genus
Araucaria angustifolia, Araucaria araucana, Araucaria bernieri, Araucaria bidwillii, Araucaria biramulata, Araucaria columnaris, Araucaria cunninghamii, Araucaria heterophylla, Araucaria humboldtensis, Araucaria hunsteinii, Araucaria luxurians, Araucaria montana, Araucaria muelleri, Araucaria nemorosa, Araucaria rulei, Araucaria schmidii, Araucaria scopulorum, Araucaria subulata, Araucaria goroensis, Araucaria mackeei,
Species in the Araucariaceae family
Agathis atropurpurea, Agathis australis, Agathis borneensis, Agathis dammara, Agathis flavescens, Agathis kinabaluensis, Agathis labillardierei, Agathis lanceolata, Agathis lenticula, Agathis macrophylla, Agathis microstachya, Agathis montana, Agathis moorei, Agathis orbicula, Agathis ovata, Agathis robusta, Agathis silbae, Agathis alba, Agathis alba, Araucaria angustifolia, Araucaria araucana, Araucaria bernieri, Araucaria bidwillii, Araucaria biramulata, Araucaria columnaris, Araucaria cunninghamii, Araucaria heterophylla, Araucaria humboldtensis, Araucaria hunsteinii, Araucaria luxurians, Araucaria montana, Araucaria muelleri, Araucaria nemorosa, Araucaria rulei, Araucaria schmidii, Araucaria scopulorum, Araucaria subulata, Araucaria goroensis, Araucaria mackeei, Wollemia nobilis,
References
Richard Anthony Salisbury (1761-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salisb.' in the authors string.
João Manuel Antonio do Amaral Franco (1921-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franco' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Araucaria heterophylla (Franco) Franco: Placement according to April 2023 Classification