Pinus greggii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engelm. ex. Parl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16 (2): 396. (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481384
Common Names
- Gregg's Pine
- Gregg Pine
- Gregg's White Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pinus greggii (also called Mexican pinyon, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has short needles and grows in dry areas, such as mountains and deserts.
Uses & Benefits
Pinus greggii is used for timber, pulp, and fuelwood. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pinus greggii var. australis Donahue & Lopez UptonPinus greggii var. greggii
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pinus greggii are small, yellow-green in color, and appear in clusters. The seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings are slender and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pinus greggii is a coniferous tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). Prune in late winter to shape the tree and remove any dead or diseased branches.
Where to Find Pinus greggii
Pinus greggii is native to the southwestern United States.
Pinus greggii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinus greggii?
Pinus greggii
What is the natural habitat of Pinus greggii?
Temperate forests
What is the average size of Pinus greggii?
15-20 m
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
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.
Filippo Parlatore (1816-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parl.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus greggii Engelm. ex. Parl.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification