English Common Name: Norfolk Island Pine, Pagoda Pine, Star Pine Chinese Name / 植物中文名: 南洋彬 (Nányáng bīn) Other Local Name: Pokok Krismas (Malaysia) Family Name: Araucariaceae Scientific Name: Araucaria heterophylla Synonym: Araucaria excelsa Classification: Gymnosperms (Seed Plants) > Pinophyta (Conifer Division) > Coniferales > Araucariaceae > Araucaria Origin: New Guinea and Australia Growth Habit: Tree Characteristic: A large-size pine tree growing to 60 meters. The branches grows horizontally and the crown are pyramidal in shape. Care Requirements: Prefers partial to full sun and moderate watering. Propagation Methods: Seeds. Not advisable to use cuttings as cuttings from lateral branches will produce irregularly shaped trees. Images Location: Penang, Malaysia ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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