Araucaria scopulorum

Araucaria scopulorum de Laub.

Araucaria scopulorum is a conifer species in the family Araucariaceae, native to New Caledonia. It is an endangered tree that grows in shrubland on steep coastal slopes below 300m. The species is found in small populations in two main areas and reaches heights of 4–20 meters. Its habitat overlaps with regions of active nickel mining, and no populations are located in protected areas.

Description

Araucaria scopulorum is a member of the Araucariaceae family and is endemic to New Caledonia. It is an endangered species with limited distribution, occurring in two main regions as small populations. This tree is relatively small for an araucaria, growing up to 20 meters tall. It is adapted to shrubland on steep coastal slopes at low elevations. The species faces habitat threats from nickel mining, and none of its populations are within protected zones.