Araucaria cunninghamii

Common Name:
Hoop Pine

Description:
The Araucaria cunninghamii, commonly known as the Hoop Pine, is a tall, evergreen conifer native to Australia, particularly found in Queensland and New South Wales. It is known for its straight, columnar trunk, rough, scaly bark with distinctive horizontal rings, and dense, dark green foliage. The tree grows well in well-drained soils and prefers full sun but can tolerate part shade. It is highly drought-tolerant once established and thrives in a variety of conditions, making it a great choice for large gardens, windbreaks, and timber plantations. The Hoop Pine is long-lived and can be an excellent feature tree or used in reforestation projects. Its slow-growing nature makes it a manageable choice for those seeking a low-maintenance yet impressive landscape tree.

Form:

• Tree - Large

Mature Size:

• Height: 30–50 m
• Width: 5–10 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Does not flower

Flower Colour:

• N/A (produces cones instead)

Key Attributes:

• Australian Native
• Drought Tolerant
• Suitable for Timber Production
• Windbreak and Shelter Tree
• Perennial

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Bunya Pine (Araucaria bidwillii)
• Queensland Kauri (Agathis robusta)
• Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus spp.)
• Banksia (Banksia spp.)