Macadamia Tree
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Macadamia Tree
Dothiorella Sacc.
The Macadamia Tree is a lovely tree that produces rich, buttery macadamia nuts. These nuts are a favorite in cookies and desserts!
Habitat: Tropical and subtropical areas
Appearance
The Macadamia Tree is a medium-sized evergreen tree with glossy, dark green leaves often arranged in whorls. Its creamy white or pinkish flowers hang in long, slender clusters, giving way to round, hard-shelled nuts encased in a green husk.
KingdomPlantaePhylumAscomycotaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderProtealesFamilyProteaceaeGenusMacadamia
Category
TreesRarity
Rare
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Indigenous Australians were the first to enjoy these nuts, calling them 'Kindal Kindal'!
It takes 7-10 years for a young tree to produce its first harvestable nuts!
Macadamia nuts have the hardest shells of any nut, requiring special cracking machines!
They contain palatability toxins to dogs, so never share macadamias with your canine friends!
Special abilities
Ability
Hard Shell Protection
Macadamia Tree has an incredibly hard shell protecting its precious seed, making it difficult for many animals to eat.
Ability
Deep Root Anchor
Macadamia Tree develops deep roots that help it withstand droughts and anchor it firmly against strong winds.
Ability
Whorled Leaf Design
Macadamia Tree's leaves grow in whorls, allowing efficient light capture in its native subtropical rainforest habitat.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 6-18 m
- Canopy Spread
- 5-10 m
- Edible
- Yes
- Trunk Diameter
- 30-60 cm
- Lifespan
- 100-150 years
- Fruit Type
- Nut
- Growth Rate
- Medium
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
Ecological connections
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
Collects nectar and pollen from flowers.
eats
black rat
Rattus rattus
Tries to gnaw through hard nut shells.
eats
grey-headed flying fox
Pteropus poliocephalus
Feeds on flowers, contributing to pollination.
shelters
eastern yellow robin
Eopsaltria australis
Nests and finds protection within its foliage.
Traits
Evergreen
Evergreen plants retain their foliage throughout the year, never shedding all their leaves at once.
Nut Bearing
Nut bearing plants produce hard-shelled fruits, commonly known as nuts, which contain a single seed and are a valuable food source.
Fruit Tree
A fruit tree is a perennial tree that produces fruit, which is edible to humans or animals.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Rapid Growing
Rapid growing plants exhibit accelerated growth rates, quickly increasing in size and biomass within a short period.
Also known as
Macadamia Nut Tree
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Do not pick or eat anything you find. Some plants and mushrooms can be harmful.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Macadamia Tree?
6-18 m
How wide does Macadamia Tree spread?
5-10 m
Is Macadamia Tree edible?
Yes
How big is Macadamia Tree?
30-60 cm
How long does Macadamia Tree live?
100-150 years
Where is Macadamia Tree usually found?
Tropical and subtropical areas
What kind of fruit does Macadamia Tree produce?
Nut
How fast does Macadamia Tree grow?
Medium
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