Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radiata
ID:
482505

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 17: 442. (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481837



Common Names

  • Monterey Pine
  • Monterey Pine
  • Monterey Pine


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Description

Pinus radiata (also called Monterey Pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to California. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 25 m tall with a trunk up to 1 m diameter. It is found in mountain forests, usually at altitudes of 500–1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Pinus radiata is used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks, and is also used as a windbreak or shelterbelt. The wood is used for construction, furniture, and paper production.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pinus radiata var. binata (Engelm.) Lemmon
Pinus radiata var. radiata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pinus radiata has yellow-green male cones and small, light brown female cones. The seeds are small, brown and winged. The seedlings have short, needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinus radiata is a slow-growing conifer that can reach heights of up to 40 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the fall and cuttings should be taken in the spring. The cuttings should be placed in a moist medium and kept in a warm environment until they root.

Where to Find Pinus radiata

Pinus radiata is native to the Appalachian Mountains of the eastern United States and can be found in the states of Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

Pinus radiata FAQ

What is the natural range of Pinus radiata?

Pinus radiata is native to the Pacific coast of North America, from southern California to British Columbia.

What is the typical height of Pinus radiata?

Pinus radiata typically grows to a height of 80-100 feet.

What is the typical lifespan of Pinus radiata?

Pinus radiata typically has a lifespan of up to 500 years.

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.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus radiata D.Don: Placement according to April 2023 Classification