what is araucaria plant?

Question

it looks like a pine tree they said

Answer 1

http://www.flowers.org.uk/plants/plantfacts/araucaria.htm
Try this link--it should help you--
We used to have one of these ---we decorated it for different holidays---
They grow well in container!
http://www.floridata.com/ref/a/arau_het.cfm

Answer 2

Araucaria heterophylla


Name - Araucaria heterophylla takes its common name, Norfolk Island pine, from the South Pacific island on which it was discovered in 1700s.

Description - One of the few conifer species suitable for growing indoor, the Norfolk Island pine has distinct tiered branches of pale green needles. It can grow to 1-1.5m/3-6ft and is sometimes used as a Christmas tree.

Origin - Norfolk Island

Family - Araucariaceae, araucaria family. This family originates in the Chilean province of Arauco where some close relatives such as the Araucaria araucana, (commonly called Monkey Puzzle Tree) was a popular houseplant.

Care Tips - Cool and bright position with plenty of room for growth. Water regularly from spring to autumn but less so in winter, its resting period. It will enjoy a spell outdoors in the summer. Although a slow grower it is an easy plant to look after and should last for many years.