Pinus massoniana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lamb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1803
Citation Micro:
Descr. Pinus 1: 17. (1803)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000736339
Common Names
- Chinese Red Pine
- Chinese Red Pine
- Chinese Red Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pinus massoniana (also called Masson's Pine, among many other common names) is a species of pine native to China. It is a medium-sized evergreen coniferous tree growing to 25–35 m tall. It has a straight trunk with reddish-brown bark and long, spreading branches. It is found in the mountains of China, growing in humid, temperate forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pinus massoniana is a popular ornamental tree due to its attractive foliage and bark. It is often used as a focal point in landscaping and can be used to create a natural privacy screen. It is also known to attract birds and other wildlife.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pinus massoniana var. hainanensis W.C.Cheng & L.K.FuPinus massoniana var. massoniana
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pinus massoniana is a small, yellowish-green flower with four petals. The seed is a small, round and brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pinus massoniana, commonly known as Chinese White Pine, is a fast-growing coniferous tree that can reach heights of up to 100 feet. It is native to China, where it is found in the mountains. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or nursery bed. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a mixture of sand and peat moss.
Where to Find Pinus massoniana
Pinus massoniana is native to parts of China and Southeast Asia.
Pinus massoniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinus massoniana?
Pinus massoniana
What type of plant is Pinus massoniana?
Evergreen coniferous tree
Where is Pinus massoniana native to?
China
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
Aylmer Bourke Lambert (1761-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lamb.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus massoniana Lamb.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification