Araucaria Heterophylla

Classic, symmetrical, and delightfully soft to the touch! Despite its common name, Araucaria heterophylla is not a true pine, but an ancient tropical conifer native to the South Pacific. Featuring tiered, horizontal branches lined with feathery, bright green needles, it serves as a wonderful year-round indoor living tree and a beloved festive favorite during the holidays.

  • Mildly toxic to children and pets
  • Repot once every 3 years
  • Fertilize once a month
  • Average water
  • Bright, indirect light

About Araucaria Heterophylla

Origin

Native to Norfolk Island, a small oceanic island located in the South Pacific Ocean between Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia!

Air Purifying

Yes indeed! Its feathery evergreen branches work around the clock to filter common indoor pollutants and boost your room's oxygen vibe.

Toxicity

Mildly toxic to cats and dogs if chewed, potentially causing upset tummies. Keep this living holiday tree safely out of reach of curious nibblers!

Caring for Araucaria Heterophylla

Watering

Water when the top 20% of soil feels dry to the touch. Keep the soil evenly moist during spring and summer, but never let it sit in soggy standing water!

Light and Placement

Craves bright, indirect sunlight—or even a bit of direct morning sun! Rotate it occasionally so all sides get equal light and it stays perfectly straight.

Nutrition

Treat it to a weak, balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer once a month during spring and summer. Skip the snacks during the sleepy fall and winter months.

Repotting

A slow grower that only needs repotting every 3–4 years in spring. Pick a heavy, sturdy pot with great drainage so it doesn't tip over as it grows taller!

Pruning and Flowering

Avoid trimming lower branches unless they are dead or brown, as cut branches won't regrow! It rarely flowers indoors, but its symmetrical pine look is perfection.

Araucaria Heterophylla SOS

Illness

Brown, dropping lower needles are usually caused by dry air or under-watering—boost humidity with a humidifier or tray! Watch out for mealybugs in cozy leaf joints.

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