Pinus occidentalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sw.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1788
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. 103. (1788)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481724
Common Names
- Occidentalis Pine
- Occidentalis Pinon Pine
- Pinon Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pinus occidentalis (also called western white pine, among many other common names) is a species of pine native to western North America. It is a medium-sized evergreen tree growing to 20–30 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. It is found in dry and moist forests, at altitudes of 0–3,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Pinus occidentalis, also known as the western white pine, is a coniferous tree that is commonly used as a windbreak or for ornamental purposes in landscaping. It is also used in timber production and for fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pinus occidentalis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pinus occidentalis is a slow-growing coniferous tree that can reach up to 15 meters in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in autumn or spring. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Pinus occidentalis
Pinus occidentalis can be found in the western United States and Canada.
Pinus occidentalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinus occidentalis?
Pinus occidentalis
What is the common name of Pinus occidentalis?
Western White Pine
What is the natural range of Pinus occidentalis?
Northwestern United States and southwestern Canada
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
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus occidentalis Sw.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification