top of page
Araucaria heterophylla (Salisb.) Franco
Scientific name：Araucaria heterophylla (Salisb.) Franco
Family name：Araucariaceae
Common name：小葉南洋杉，南洋杉，異葉南洋杉、諾和克南洋杉
Morphology：
root：Trunk straight, side branches whorled
stem：The branches are in whorls of 4 to 7, extending horizontally, and the branchlets are flat
leaf：The leaves are two-shaped, loosely arranged on saplings and lateral branchlets, spread out into a cone shape, light green, and curved upward.
flower：It is dioecious, both male and female flowers are terminal, and the flowers are inconspicuous. The flowering period is about May to June.
fruit：The fruit is round and the seeds have membranous wings, which are easy to scatter and fall. The fruiting period is about September to October.
Distribution：
country of origin：Norfolk Islands, Australia.
current geographical distributions：They are widely planted as street trees, park trees, and garden landscaping trees in gardens, parks, and schools across Taiwan.
Application：
1. It has strong resistance to tidal wind and salt, and is suitable for planting as a coastal landscape tree.
2. Wood can be used for construction, appliances, furniture, etc.
Characteristic：
1. tree shape pyramid
2. Symbolizing tenacity and stability, it is suitable as a gift or decoration for celebration occasions.
3. Natural Christmas Tree Options
bottom of page