Monkey Puzzle Tree
Araucaria araucana
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A striking evergreen conifer with a narrow pyramidal form and distinctive, sharp, scale-like foliage arranged in whorls along stout branches. Native to the Andes Mountains, it is prized as a specimen tree for its unusual, architectural appearance and dramatic silhouette.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Andes Mountains (Chile and Argentina)
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A striking evergreen conifer with a narrow pyramidal form and distinctive, sharp, scale-like foliage arranged in whorls along stout branches. Native to the Andes Mountains, it is prized as a specimen tree for its unusual, architectural appearance and dramatic silhouette.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Monkey Puzzle Tree grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Andes Mountains (Chile and Argentina)
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation