Norfolk Island Pine

 


Scientific name: Araucaria heterophylla

Description: Slow growing conifer with pyramidal form; rarely exceeds 4-6 feet indoors. Branches with 1/2 inch needles are clustered together in fan shapes arranged in tiers.

Light: Medium light near a window

Temperature: A wide range of tempertures (ideally 45-75 degrees F) can be tolerated

Methods of propagation: Commercially, from seed or cuttings; not practical for the indoor grower.

Comment: An excellent living indoor Christmas tree. Will become leggy in low light.

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