Skip to content

Hoop Pine

Araucaria Cunninghamii

Design with this plant

Overview

The China Fir, or Cunninghamia lanceolata, is an evergreen coniferous tree prized for its pyramidal form and striking blue-green, lance-shaped needles. Typically reaching up to 50-75 feet tall with a spread of 15-25 feet, this splendid specimen offers year-round interest. It requires full sun and well-drained soil. Hardy in zones 7-9, the China Fir is a distinctive choice for large landscapes, creating a majestic and resilient focal point.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 7–11Climate Mediterranean
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — or Cunninghamia lanceolata

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Araucariaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

See full data, regional cultivation notes, full-resolution photos, and design tools. Build a client presentation around this plant.

Start your 14-day trial

Photos (39)

Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — is an evergreen coniferous tree prized for its pyramidal form and striking blue-green; offering both aesthetic appeal and
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — This majestic tree is native to China and Taiwan; while generally low-maintenance
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — it is essential to accommodate for its eventual size and to ensure sufficient space for its expansive growth; the China
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — is an evergreen conifer of grandeur that adds an exotic touch to any landscape design; this majestic tree is native to
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — or Cunninghamia lanceolata; this splendid specimen offers year-round interest
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — the China Fir forms a dense
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — offering both aesthetic appeal and functional use as a privacy screen
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — slender blue-green leaves measure approximately 2 to 4 inches in length and are sharply pointed
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — contributing to the tree's overall texture.<br><br>For landscape planning
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — it should be noted that China Fir thrives in hardiness zones 7 to 9 and prefers full sun to partial shade
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — It is adaptable to a variety of soil types but grows best in well-drained, acidic soil
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — While generally low-maintenance
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — it is essential to accommodate for its eventual size and to ensure sufficient space for its expansive growth
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — making it a valuable addition to your client's garden design
Hoop Pine (Araucaria Cunninghamii) — contributing to the tree's overall texture.<br><br>For landscape planning; conifer / tree for full

Related plants

Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — The Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria araucana)

Monkey Puzzle Tree

Araucaria Araucana

Full · Zones 7–11

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

Bunya-Bunya

Araucaria Bidwillii

Full · Zones 8–11

Norfolk Island Pine (Araucaria Heterophylla) — Adaptable as a houseplant, it grows significantly smaller indoors

Norfolk Island Pine

Araucaria Heterophylla

Full · Zones 8–11