Araucaria montana is the most widely distributed of New Caledonia's native Araucaria species, and is found throughout the main island of Grande Terre, as well as a small population on Île d'Art. However it is still considered vulnerable due to fragmentation of populations and degradation of habitat, due mainly to mining activities.[1] Height of mature trees can vary from 10 to 40 meters.[2] A population genetic study suggested that the less common A. laubenfelsii may not be distinct from A. montana.[3]
The Latin specific epithetmontana refers to mountains or coming from mountains.[4]
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