Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monophylla
ID:
482431

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & Frém.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Rep. Exped. Rocky Mts. 319. (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481763



Common Names

  • Monophylla Pine
  • Monophylla Pitch Pine
  • Monophylla Pinon Pine


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Description

Pinus monophylla (also called Single-Leaf Pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to the Mediterranean region. It has a straight trunk and long, green needles. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pinus monophylla is used for timber, fuel, and ornamental purposes. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pinus monophylla has small, yellow-green flowers that are produced in clusters. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinus monophylla is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings, and should be grown in full sun. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Pruning is recommended to keep the tree in shape.

Where to Find Pinus monophylla

Pinus monophylla is native to the southwestern United States, from New Mexico to Arizona.

Pinus monophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pinus monophylla?

Pinus monophylla

What is the common name of Pinus monophylla?

Single-Leaf Pinyon

What is the natural range of Pinus monophylla?

Southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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 Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
John C. Frémont (1813-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frém.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus monophylla Torr. & Frém.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification