Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monticola
ID:
482458

Status:
valid

Authors:
Douglas ex. D.Don

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Descr. Pinus , ed. 3, 2: 144 bis (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481790



Common Names

  • Monticola Pine
  • Monticola Pitch Pine
  • Monticola Pinon Pine


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Description

Pinus monticola (also called Western White Pine, among many other common names) is a species of pine tree native to western North America. It has a conical shape and grows up to 30 m tall. It is found in the western United States, Canada, and Mexico, in the mountains and coastal regions. It grows in a variety of habitats, including dry, rocky slopes, open woodlands, and moist, shady ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Pinus monticola is used for timber production, as well as for providing shelter and shade. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental tree.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pinus monticola flowers are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small and winged. The seedlings are small and have a single needle-like leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinus monticola is a slow-growing, evergreen conifer that can reach up to 40 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Pinus monticola

Pinus monticola is native to the western United States and can be found in the wild in the mountainous regions of the country.

Pinus monticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pinus monticola?

Pinus monticola

What is the common name of Pinus monticola?

Western White Pine

Where is Pinus monticola native to?

Northwestern United States

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 Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
David Douglas (1799-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Douglas' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus monticola Douglas ex. D.Don: Placement according to April 2023 Classification