Araucaria nemorosa
Araucaria nemorosa de Laub.
Araucaria nemorosa is a conifer species in the Araucariaceae family, native to New Caledonia. It typically grows as a small understory tree up to 15 meters tall, with feathery foliage. The species is restricted to serpentine soils in coastal areas below 100 meters in elevation. It is critically endangered, with fewer than 5000 individuals remaining, due to habitat loss and low genetic diversity affecting seed germination.
Description
Araucaria nemorosa is a small tree species in the Araucariaceae family, found only in New Caledonia. It is shade-tolerant and often grows in the understory, though it can also emerge from coastal scrub. The species is distinguished by its less spiky, feathery foliage. It is restricted to coastal regions with serpentine soils at low altitudes. The population is critically endangered, with threats including habitat destruction and low genetic variation, which contribute to poor seed germination rates. Conservation efforts are essential to prevent further decline.
Distribution
Global · New Caledonia
Synonyms
Eutassa ruleiEutassa nemorosa
