Macadamia integrifolia
Macadamia Nut Tree
The Macadamia integrifolia, commonly known as the Macadamia Nut Tree, is an Australian native evergreen tree prized for its lush green foliage, creamy white flowers, and nutritious, buttery nuts. Growing 10 to 15 metres tall and 4 to 8 metres wide, it has a rounded, dense canopy that provides shade and ornamental value. Flowering in late winter to spring, the tree produces clusters of fragrant blooms followed by hard-shelled nuts that ripen in autumn.
Hardy and low-maintenance, the Macadamia Nut Tree is a valuable addition to edible gardens, orchards, or as a feature tree in larger landscapes.
Specifications
- Height10 to 15 metres
- Width4 to 8 metres
- Native toAustralia (Queensland)
- FoliageGlossy green, lance-shaped leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateModerate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates sandy and loamy types
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterModerate; consistent moisture required during establishment and fruiting
- ClimateThrives in subtropical, tropical, and warm temperate regions
Additional Features
- FlowersCreamy white, fragrant racemes; late winter to spring
- FruitHard-shelled nuts with a rich, buttery flavour; ripens in autumn
- FormRounded canopy with dense foliage
- UsesIdeal for edible gardens, orchards, or as a shade or feature tree
- SpacingPlant 8 to 10 metres apart for orchards or standalone displays
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; remove deadwood and shape as needed
- Pest ResistanceMonitor for nut borers or scale; generally hardy
- Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract bees and other pollinators
- Culinary ValueNuts are highly prized for fresh eating, baking, and oils
- LongevityLong-lived tree, providing nuts and shade for decades
The Macadamia Nut Tree is a beautiful and productive tree, perfect for creating an ornamental yet functional addition to gardens and landscapes.