Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jeffreyi
ID:
737694

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Henry) A.Henry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Irish Acad. 34: 55. (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000737027



Common Names

  • Mountain Hemlock
  • Western Hemlock
  • Jeffrey Pine


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Description

Tsuga jeffreyi (also called Jeffrey's Hemlock, among many other common names) is a species of coniferous tree native to western North America. It is an evergreen coniferous tree with a conical crown and short, dark green needles. It grows in open forests and woodlands, often on rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Tsuga jeffreyi is a popular ornamental tree that is often used in landscaping. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues, such as diarrhea and constipation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tsuga jeffreyi is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tsuga jeffreyi is a coniferous evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is best grown in a sheltered location.

Where to Find Tsuga jeffreyi

Tsuga jeffreyi is a species of conifer native to western North America. It can be found in the mountains of California, Oregon, and Washington.

Tsuga jeffreyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tsuga jeffreyi?

Tsuga jeffreyi

What is the common name of Tsuga jeffreyi?

Jeffrey's Pine

What type of plant is Tsuga jeffreyi?

Evergreen tree

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

Augustine Henry (1857-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Henry' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Tsuga x jeffreyi (A.Henry) A.Henry: Placement according to April 2023 Classification