Family: Araucariaceae
High Risk Traits:
- Casual in New Zealand (but not clearly naturalized)
- Broad elevation range and climatic tolerance
- Tolerates many soil conditions
- Can coppice or sprout from stumps
Low Risk Traits:
- No history of or reputation for invasiveness
- Edible seeds
- Non-toxic
- Landscaping and ornamental value
- Large seeds unlikely to be inadvertently dispersed
- Takes 15-20 years to reach maturity
- Seeds will not persist in the soil
