Pinus attenuata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lemmon
Source:
wcs
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Mining Sci Press 64: 45. (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490101
Common Names
- Pinus attenuata
- Attenuata Pine
- Pinus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pinus attenuata (also called Knobcone Pine, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree native to western North America. It has a single trunk and a conical crown, with long, needle-like leaves and small, ovoid cones.
Uses & Benefits
Pinus attenuata is used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber production and as a windbreak. The tree is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. The needles of the tree are used to make a tea that is high in vitamin C.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pinus attenuata is a small, yellowish-green, tubular flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pinus attenuata is a coniferous tree that is native to Mexico. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and allowed to dry before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The tree prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Pinus attenuata
Pinus attenuata is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in the mountainous regions of Algeria, France, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, and Tunisia.
Pinus attenuata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinus attenuata?
Pinus attenuata
What is the natural habitat of Pinus attenuata?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
What is the size of Pinus attenuata?
Up to 25 meters in height
Species in the Pinus genus
Pinus kesiya, Pinus latteri, Pinus koraiensis, Pinus krempfii, Pinus lambertiana, Pinus jeffreyi, Pinus jaliscana, Pinus lawsonii, Pinus luchuensis, Pinus lumholtzii, Pinus luzmariae, Pinus longaeva, Pinus leiophylla, Pinus litvinovii, Pinus densata, Pinus densithunbergii, Pinus densiflora, Pinus cubensis, Pinus culminicola, Pinus dalatensis, Pinus douglasiana, Pinus echinata, Pinus edulis, Pinus durangensis, Pinus devoniana, Pinus contorta, Pinus coulteri, Pinus clausa, Pinus halepensis, Pinus hartwegii, Pinus greggii, Pinus hakkodensis, Pinus heldreichii, Pinus hwangshanensis, Pinus henryi, Pinus herrerae, Pinus fenzeliana, Pinus elliottii, Pinus engelmannii, Pinus gerardiana, Pinus glabra, Pinus flexilis, Pinus serotina, Pinus rzedowskii, Pinus sabiniana, Pinus strobiformis, Pinus squamata, Pinus sibirica, Pinus strobus, Pinus roxburghii,
Species in the Pinaceae family
Abies alba, Abies amabilis, Abies balsamea, Abies beshanzuensis, Abies borisii-regis, Abies bracteata, Abies cephalonica, Abies chensiensis, Abies cilicica, Abies concolor, Abies delavayi, Abies densa, Abies durangensis, Abies fabri, Abies fanjingshanensis, Abies fargesii, Abies firma, Abies flinckii, Abies forrestii, Abies fraseri, Abies grandis, Abies guatemalensis, Abies hickelii, Abies hidalgensis, Abies holophylla, Abies homolepis, Abies kawakamii, Abies koreana, Abies lasiocarpa, Abies magnifica, Abies mariesii, Abies nebrodensis, Abies nephrolepis, Abies nordmanniana, Abies numidica, Abies pindrow, Abies pinsapo, Abies procera, Abies recurvata, Abies religiosa, Abies sachalinensis, Abies sibirica, Abies spectabilis, Abies squamata, Abies veitchii, Abies vejarii, Abies yuanbaoshanensis, Abies ziyuanensis, Abies jaliscana, Abies phanerolepis,
References
John Gill Lemmon (1832-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lemmon' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus attenuata Lemmon: Placement according to April 2023 Classification