36. Araucaria heterophylla

Common name(s): Norfolk Island Pine, Australian Pine, House Pine

Plant type: evergreen large tree
Primary method of propagation: seed
Alternate propagation method(s): cutting

Propagation by Cuttings

Cutting type: stem tip
Time of year to take cuttings: no information
Cutting maturity: semi-hardwood
Rooting environment : intermittent mist
Comment: Rooting environment may also be the humid chamber. Must take terminalcutting for upright growth.

Propagation by Seed

Time of year to collect seed: no information
Time of year to sow seed: no information
Seed treatment : none
Preferred seed moisture : moderate
Preferred temperature for germination : 75-85 degrees F
Time required for germination : 2-4 weeks
Light conditions for germination : normal
Comment: Greater internode length than from cuttings.