Botanical Name
Lagarostrobos franklinii
Common Name
Huon Pine
Description
Huon Pine is a magnificent slow-growing native conifer renowned for its graceful weeping branches and extraordinary longevity that creates stunning displays in Australian gardens. This beautiful Tasmanian species produces attractive weeping foliage that develops into an elegant form over decades, with female plants being particularly attractive with their long, pendulous branches. The aromatic timber contains high levels of methyl eugenol, giving it natural waterproof and insect-deterrent properties. Requiring consistent moisture, it thrives in moist, well-drained soils and full sun to shade positions with high rainfall or irrigation essential. Perfect for feature plantings, heritage gardens, and areas where slow-growing native conifers with exceptional longevity create memorable landscape statements for future generations.
Plant Category
Trees
Size (H x W)
Height: 10-20 meters (6 meters in garden situations after decades), Spread: 6-10 meters
Lagarostrobos franklinii has a small natural range in southwestern Tasmania, naturally growing along watercourses in high rainfall areas, thriving in moist soils with consistent moisture and full sun to shade exposure in cool, humid climates.
Cultural SIgnificance
Traditionally valued by Aboriginal Tasmanians as part of the ancient rainforest communities, this species represents irreplaceable biodiversity with individual trees living up to 3,000 years, making them among Australia’s oldest living organisms. Now protected by law, only dead trees can be harvested to ensure conservation.
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