Pinus rhaetica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Brügger
Source:
wcs
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Jahresber. Naturf. Ges. Graubündens II, 29: 173. (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481856
Common Names
- Pinus rhaetica
- Rhaetian Pine
- Rhaetica Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pinus rhaetica (also called Rhaetian Pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to the Alps. 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 rhaetica is used for timber, fuel, and ornamental purposes. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pinus rhaetica sub. rhaeticaPinus rhaetica sub. digenea (Beck) K.Richt.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Pinus rhaetica has small, yellow-green flowers that bloom in the spring. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pinus rhaetica is a slow-growing evergreen conifer that is native to the Alps. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current year's growth and planted in a sandy, well-draining soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.
Where to Find Pinus rhaetica
Pinus rhaetica is native to the Alps and can be found in the wild in the mountainous regions of the countries in the region.
Pinus rhaetica FAQ
What is the natural range of Pinus rhaetica?
Pinus rhaetica is native to the Himalayan region of India and Nepal.
What is the typical height of Pinus rhaetica?
Pinus rhaetica typically grows to a height of 30-50 feet.
What is the typical lifespan of Pinus rhaetica?
Pinus rhaetica typically has a lifespan of up to 200 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
Christian Georg Brügger (1833-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brügger' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus x rhaetica Brügger: Placement according to April 2023 Classification