species 1,646 observations

Macadamia Tree

Macadamia integrifolia

Field notes

Macadamia integrifolia is a small to medium-sized tree native to Australian rainforests. Common names include macadamia, smooth-shelled macadamia, bush nut, Queensland nut, Bauple nut and nut oak.

Supports All

6 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Koa Seedworm 1
Plant eaters Animals that feed on it Eastern Fox Squirrel, Oleander Scale, Florida Red Scale, Latania Scale 4
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Common House Fly 1

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Trees
Light: Full sun
Moisture: Well drained Moist
Soil: Sand Loam Clay Organic
Soil pH: Acid Neutral Alkaline
Habit: Erect Multi trunked
Plant type: Tree Edible

From NC State Extension and USDA PLANTS.