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monkey-puzzle

Araucaria araucana

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Pinopsida ›Order: Pinales ›Family: Araucariaceae ›Genus: Araucaria

About

Araucaria araucana (commonly called the monkey puzzle tree, monkey tail tree, Chilean pine, or pehuén) is an evergreen tree growing to 1–1.5 m (3–5 ft) in diameter and 30–40 m (100–130 ft) in height. It is native to central and southern Chile, western Argentina. Araucaria araucana is the hardiest species in the conifer genus Araucaria. Because of the longevity of this species, it is described as a living fossil. It is also the national tree of Chile. Its conservation...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of monkey-puzzle?
The scientific name of monkey-puzzle is Araucaria araucana.
What kingdom does monkey-puzzle belong to?
monkey-puzzle belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does monkey-puzzle belong to?
monkey-puzzle belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does monkey-puzzle belong to?
monkey-puzzle belongs to the class Pinopsida.
What order does monkey-puzzle belong to?
monkey-puzzle belongs to the order Pinales.
What family does monkey-puzzle belong to?
monkey-puzzle belongs to the family Araucariaceae.
What genus does monkey-puzzle belong to?
monkey-puzzle belongs to the genus Araucaria.