Pinus balfouriana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Balf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Bot. Exped. Oregon 8: 1. (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482319
Common Names
- Balfouriana Pine
- Balfouriana Stone Pine
- Balfouriana Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pinus balfouriana (also called Foxtail Pine, among many other common names) is a species of coniferous tree in the Pinaceae family. It is native to California, and grows in temperate climates. It is typically found in mountain forests, and can grow up to 25 meters in height.
Uses & Benefits
Pinus balfouriana is used as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens, and is also used for timber production and for windbreaks.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pinus balfouriana sub. austrina R.J.Mastrog. & J.D.Mastrog.Pinus balfouriana sub. balfouriana
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pinus balfouriana is a small, yellow flower with a red center. The seed is a small, brown, cone-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, needle-like leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pinus balfouriana is a species of coniferous tree native to the western United States. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from semi-hardwood shoots in late summer and rooted in a sandy soil mixture. The tree prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Pinus balfouriana
Pinus balfouriana is native to the western United States. It is found in dry, open areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.
Pinus balfouriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinus balfouriana?
Pinus balfouriana
What is the common name of Pinus balfouriana?
Balfour Pine
What is the natural habitat of Pinus balfouriana?
Mountainous regions of the Mediterranean
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
Andrew Dickson Murray (1812-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Murray bis' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus balfouriana Balf.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification