norfolk island pine

Nor·folk is·land pine

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Definitions of norfolk island pine words

noun norfolk island pine a coniferous evergreen tree, Araucaria heterophylla (or A. excelsa), having whorled branches and needlelike foliage, widely cultivated as a houseplant. 1
noun norfolk island pine a tall coniferous tree, Araucaria heterophylla, native to Norfolk Island and widely cultivated 0
noun norfolk island pine an evergreen tree (Araucaria excelsa) of the araucaria family, with small needles and branches, commonly grown as a pot plant or outdoors in warm climates 0

before 1795

One of the 43% newest English words

First recorded in 1795-1805

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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