Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tabuliformis
ID:
482305

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carrière

Source:
wcs

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Traité Gén. Conif. ed. 510. (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481637



Common Names

  • Table Mountain Pine
  • Table Mountain White Pine
  • Table Mountain Pine


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Description

Pinus tabuliformis (also called Chinese cork pine, among many other common names) is a species of pine tree native to China. It is an evergreen coniferous tree growing to 10–20 m tall, with a trunk up to 1 m diameter. It is found in open forests, on hillsides, and in ravines, at altitudes of 1,000–2,200 m.

Uses & Benefits

Pinus tabuliformis is used for timber production, fuelwood, and as an ornamental tree. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pinus tabuliformis var. mukdensis (Uyeki ex. Nakai) Uyeki
Pinus tabuliformis var. umbraculifera Liou & Z.Wang
Pinus tabuliformis var. tabuliformis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pinus tabuliformis has small yellow-green flowers, small cones and small seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with short needles.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinus tabuliformis is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types but prefers a slightly acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be collected in the fall and stored in a cool, dry place until planting in the spring. Seedlings should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly until established.

Where to Find Pinus tabuliformis

Pinus tabuliformis is native to China and is found in the Yunnan province.

Pinus tabuliformis FAQ

What is the native range of Pinus tabuliformis?

The native range of Pinus tabuliformis is the Mediterranean region.

What is the typical height of Pinus tabuliformis?

Pinus tabuliformis typically grows to a height of 15-20 feet.

What is the typical lifespan of Pinus tabuliformis?

Pinus tabuliformis typically has a lifespan of up to 100 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

Élie-Abel Carrière (1818-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carrière' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus tabuliformis Carrière: Placement according to April 2023 Classification