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Norfolk island pine

Araucaria heterophylla

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, among 7 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles, South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (Malta, Portugal), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Marshall Islands, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇸🇨 Seychelles 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇹🇷 Turkey 🇮🇳 India 🇲🇹 Malta 🇺🇸 United States 🇦🇺 Australia 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇿 New Zealand 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇲🇻 Maldives 🇲🇭 Marshall Islands

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (растения)

Phylum

Coniferophyta (Conifers)

Species

Araucaria heterophylla (Norfolk island pine)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese araucária-de-norfolk

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Candelabra Tree

Araucaria angustifolia

Critically Endangered

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Araucaria cunninghamii

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Norfolk island pine?

The scientific name of Norfolk island pine is Araucaria heterophylla. It belongs to the genus Araucaria.

What is the conservation status of Norfolk island pine?

Norfolk island pine (Araucaria heterophylla) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Norfolk island pine live?

Norfolk island pine is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles, South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (Malta, Portugal), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Marshall Islands, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, India, Maldives, Malta, Marshall Islands, New Zealand, Portugal.

What family does Norfolk island pine belong to?

Norfolk island pine (Araucaria heterophylla) belongs to the genus Araucaria, which is part of the taxonomic family Araucariaceae.

Is Norfolk island pine endangered?

Yes, Norfolk island pine (Araucaria heterophylla) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Norfolk island pine belong to?

Norfolk island pine (Araucaria heterophylla) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (растения).

What are the closest relatives of Norfolk island pine?

The closest relatives of Norfolk island pine in the genus Araucaria include Candelabra Tree, Colonial Pine, Monkey-puzzle, moreton-bay-pine, Klinki Pine.