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Araucariaceae
Araucaria araucana, Araucariaceae, Monkey Puzzle Tree.
B & T World Seeds reference:
286

Common names and Synonyms:
Monkey Puzzle Tree, Chilean Pine.

Flower:
pale YELLOW heads,clust.2-3.

Fruit:
Cone.

Foliage:
triangular, to 5 x 2.5cm.

Height:
to 30m..

Uses (see also sublists):

Minimum Temperature:
USDA zone: 8 (10 to 20°F = -12 to -6.5°C).

Araucaria araucana Seed count: 270 per kilogram

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Araucaria araucana is included in the following B & T World Seeds sub-lists:

Cultivation:

Araucaria seeds have only short viability, it is best to order seeds well in advance to receive fresh seeds with maximum germination potential.

Germinates best between 70 and 80°F.

Free draining seed compost.

Soak seeds in hot water for 12 - 24 hours before sowing.

If possible plant out before the sapling becomes pot-bound.

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