Araucaria excels, commonly called Norfolk Island Pine or just Christmas Tree originated from Norfolk Island in the South Pacific which is an Australian territory off the coast of Australia. It was discovered by Captain James Cook who named it after the Duchess of Norfolk in England. Norfolk Island Pine is a slow growing evergreen which bear stiff branches covered with prickly like needles from the main trunk in tiers. It can grow up to 200 ft in height. You can control the height by trimming off the excess. It likes good light and ventilation.
Norfolk Island Pines are popular around Christmas time as they are used as live Christmas trees – a symbol of Christmas. Small potted plants are usually decorated with lights and bows for the
