Monkeypuzzle tree, Araucaria araucana, on HortiPlex.

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Well, the description sure doesn't fit the Monkey Puzzle tree, which has anything but huge lobed leaves and very smooth bark. I'm also going to take a wild guess: what about a banana tree? Or one of the palms?

If not, can you attach an image or try to describe the leaves more fully? We all love to be detectives.

I too could not think of anything but a monkey puzzle tree - and didn't think the description matched either. However, I would LOVE to have a monkey puzzle tree - my aunt has one in her yard in GA - anyone know of a place i can buy one?

How about trying the Chinese Parasol Tree. Tony

Wow, I knew someone out there would know what we have! Thanks Tony, you hit it right on the head with the Chinese Parasol Tree. I researched and found great photos online of this tree. It is a pretty unusual looking tree, but it has one big drawback that I can see. SEEDLINGS, everywhere, so I don't believe I'll be transplanting any of them to my garden! Thanks to you all for the follow ups.

Tweety~Pye

Rosey, your aunt in Georgia may have a China Fir (Cunninghamia lanceolata), which is often called Monkey Puzzle in the South. The true Monkey Puzzle trees don't thrive in our climate, although I know some people do try to grow them!

If you can find one, there is a blue form of the China Fir (Cunninghamia lanceolata 'Glauca') which is really nice... a great substitute for Colorado Blue Spruce in our part of the country.

Thanks Dave - I think you must be right - i did a search with that term and it does look like the same tree. Very Pretty - i might have to look into it one of these days! It will have to wait a little while though - my DH says i can't handle what i have & to not buy anymore - and he is actually right....if only i could win the lottery and retire....

ok i saw a small tree and i cant remember exactly but it had a small trunk with big leaves it was inside plant with the bamboo would anyone on her know what it was called? i was at lowes in the area with bamboo any ideas? i think it sold for $11.97? can remember numbers not words.