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Araucaria angustifolia, commonly known as the Brazilian pine or araucária, is a coniferous evergreen tree native to the southeastern and southern regions of Brazil, northeastern Argentina, and Paraguay. Araucaria angustifolia (Latin: Araucaria angustifolia) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Araucaria angustifolia is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Araucaria angustifolia is a member native to AGE, BZS, BZL, and PAR. Araucaria angustifolia thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Araucaria angustifolia grows best in USDA zone 9-12, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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