Araucaria excelsa

Norfolk Island Pine

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Evergreen conifer with a pyramidal shape, native to Norfolk Island. Scale-like leaves are dark green. A popular indoor tree requiring bright light and high humidity.
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Plant Details

Common Name Norfolk Island Pine
Family Araucariaceae
Genus Araucaria
Species Excelsa
Origin Norfolk Island
Blooming Rarely flowers indoors; cones take years to mature in their native habitat
Leaf Color Dark green / Blue-green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining mix of peat moss and perlite or pine bark. Slightly acidic pH preferred.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Reduce watering slightly in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light indoors; full sun outdoors in summer. Avoid sudden exposure changes.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer growing season only.

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Pruning

Minimal pruning required; remove dead branches carefully as new growth won't return from old wood.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 81°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
50% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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