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Araucaria bidwillii
Northeast of Haring Hall
The bunya-bunya is a tall evergreen cone bearing plant with leaves that are sharp-pointed on the tips and seeds that taste like roasted chestnuts.
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Botanical Name:
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Araucaria bidwillii
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Common Name:
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bunya-bunya
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Location:
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Northeast of Haring Hall
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Family:
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Araucariaceae
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Sunset Zones:
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7-9, 12-24, H1, H2
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Native Range:
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Australia
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Habitat:
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Prefers warm climate and moderate rainfall. Will tolerate drier and cooler conditions.
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General Habit:
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Evergreen, grows to 80 ft. tall. Symmetrical dome-shaped crown and mature leaves arranged spirally around branches.
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Notes:
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Makes an interesting house plant. Female cones can weigh up to 20 lb.
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