adjective
- of or relating to the Araucariaceae family of evergreen coniferous trees native to the Southern Hemisphere
Usage: botanical term
noun
- a tree of the Araucariaceae family, such as the monkey puzzle tree or Norfolk Island pine
Usage: botanical term
Examples
- The araucarian trees in the botanical garden are native to South America and Australia.
- Araucarian species are prized for their distinctive appearance and longevity.
- The monkey puzzle is an araucarian known for its unusual branching pattern.
- Gardeners often cultivate araucarian plants in temperate climates.
- The Norfolk Island pine is a popular araucarian houseplant.