King William Pine

Athrotaxis selaginoides

Physical Characteristics

Athrotaxis selaginoides is an evergreen Tree growing to 30 m (98ft) by 6 m (19ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Australia - S.W. Tasmania

Habitats

Woodland Garden Canopy;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known