Macadamia tetraphylla Queensland nut (Proteaceae) Evergreen tree

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Macadamia tetraphylla
Queensland nut
Evergreen tree
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The Macadamia tetraphylla plant species is found in Australia - New South Wales, Queensland. It is a member of the Proteaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Queensland nut.

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Latin Name:  Macadamia tetraphylla
Common Name:  Queensland nut
Family:  Proteaceae
Author:  L.Johnson.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  10   Mature Width:  10

Habitat:  In or near rainforests[167].

Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a warm greenhouse[188]. The dehusked seed germinates quickly at 25°c[200]. The seed can also be sown in the spring in a warm greenhouse[188]. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. If trying them outdoors, give the plants some protection from the cold for their first few winters. Cultivars may be grafted.

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