Bunya-Bunya

Araucaria Bidwillii

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Overview

The Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria bidwillii) is a majestic evergreen reaching up to 150 feet tall with a sturdy 7-foot diameter trunk. Hailing from Australia, this coniferous tree boasts a unique, dome-like crown and sharp, stiff leaves. Prefers a sunny, well-drained spot, and is hardy in USDA zones 10-11. Notable are its large, 10-15-pound cones. Space widely to accommodate its impressive scale in large landscapes.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 8–11Climate Subtropical

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — Hailing from Australia, this coniferous tree boasts a unique, dome-like crown and sharp, stiff leaves

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — Hailing from Australia, this coniferous tree boasts a unique, dome-like crown and sharp, stiff leaves

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — Prefers a sunny, well-drained spot, and is hardy in USDA zones 10-11

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — Notable are its large, 10-15-pound cones

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — Space widely to accommodate its impressive scale in large landscapes

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — scientifically known as Araucaria bidwillii

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — is a distinctive evergreen conifer native to southeastern Queensland

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Araucariaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — Hailing from Australia, this coniferous tree boasts a unique, dome-like crown and sharp, stiff leaves; space widely to

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — Hailing from Australia, this coniferous tree boasts a unique, dome-like crown and sharp, stiff leaves

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — Prefers a sunny, well-drained spot, and is hardy in USDA zones 10-11

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — Notable are its large, 10-15-pound cones

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — Space widely to accommodate its impressive scale in large landscapes

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — scientifically known as Araucaria bidwillii

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — is a distinctive evergreen conifer native to southeastern Queensland

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — thriving for over 180 million years.<br><br>The Bunya-Bunya can reach impressive heights

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — typically soaring to 100-150 feet with a canopy spread between 25-50 feet

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — making it an imposing presence in any landscape

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — The conical shape of the tree

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — with horizontally tiered branches

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — is a prominent feature that exudes a prehistoric charm

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — The bark is rough and scaly

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — providing a textural contrast to its surroundings.<br><br>Of particular note are the massive

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — ovoid cones that the Bunya-Bunya produces

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — which can weigh up to 18 pounds

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — These cones contain edible seeds that are a part of Aboriginal cultural traditions

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — It is also relatively cold-hardy for a subtropical plant

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — withstanding temperatures down to about 20 degrees Fahrenheit

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — though young trees may require some frost protection

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — Given its size, the Bunya-Bunya is best suited for large spaces, parks, and expansive gardens

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — conifer / tree for full

Bunya-Bunya (Araucaria Bidwillii) — providing a textural contrast to its surroundings.<br><br>Of particular note are the massive; thriving for over 180 million

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