Araucaria bidwillii Bunya-bunya (Araucariaceae) Evergreen tree

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Araucaria bidwillii
Bunya-bunya
Evergreen tree
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The Araucaria bidwillii plant species is found in Australia - Queensland. It is a member of the Araucariaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Bunya-bunya.

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Latin Name:  Araucaria bidwillii
Common Name:  Bunya-bunya
Family:  Araucariaceae
Author:  Hook.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  40   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Rich volcanic soils in moist valleys at low elevations near the coast[81, 167].

Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a greenhouse[134] or it can be stored cool and moist then sown February in a greenhouse[78, 80]. The seed usually germinates in 1 - 2 months at 15°c[134]. As soon as they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots. The plants have a rather sparse root system and are best placed in their final positions as soon as possible. Give them some protection from the cold for at least their first winter[K].

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