Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
contorta
ID:
481998

Status:
valid

Authors:
Douglas ex. Loudon

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Arbor. Frutic. Brit. 4: 2292. (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481330



Common Names

  • Lodgepole Pine
  • Tamarack Pine
  • Jack Pine


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Description

Pinus contorta (also called Lodgepole pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to western North America. It has long needles and grows in dry areas, such as mountains and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Pinus contorta is used in landscaping, as a windbreak, and for erosion control. It is also used in the production of paper, lumber, and fuel.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pinus contorta var. murrayana (Balf.) S.Watson
Pinus contorta var. latifolia Engelm.
Pinus contorta var. contorta

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pinus contorta has yellow-green flowers and produces small, yellow-brown cones. The seeds are small, winged and black. Seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinus contorta is a slow-growing, long-lived tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be collected in the fall and stored in a cool, dry place until spring. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Pinus contorta

Pinus contorta can be found in the western United States, from California to Alaska.

Pinus contorta FAQ

What are the common names of Pinus contorta?

Common names of Pinus contorta include Lodgepole Pine, Shore Pine, and Tamarack Pine.

What is the growth habit of Pinus contorta?

Pinus contorta is an evergreen tree with a pyramidal growth habit.

What is the climate range of Pinus contorta?

Pinus contorta is native to temperate regions, and is tolerant of a wide range of climates.

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

David Douglas (1799-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Douglas' in the authors string.
John Claudius Loudon (1783-1843): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loudon' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus contorta Douglas ex. Loudon: Placement according to April 2023 Classification