Pinus halepensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1768
Citation Micro:
Gard. Dict. 8. (1768)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481363
Common Names
- Aleppo Pine
- Aleppo Pine Tree
- Halep Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pinus halepensis (also called Aleppo Pine, among many other common names) is a species of conifer in the Pinaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it grows in dry, rocky areas with other pines and junipers. It is a small to medium-sized tree, reaching up to 10–20 m tall, with a trunk up to 60 cm diameter.
Uses & Benefits
Pinus halepensis is used for timber production, landscaping, and as an ornamental tree. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control, and for making furniture and paper.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pinus halepensis are small, yellow-green in color, and appear in clusters. The seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings are slender and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pinus halepensis is a coniferous tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). Prune in late winter to shape the tree and remove any dead or diseased branches.
Where to Find Pinus halepensis
Pinus halepensis can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida, and up the east coast to New Jersey.
Pinus halepensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinus halepensis?
Pinus halepensis
What is the common name of Pinus halepensis?
Aleppo pine
What is the natural habitat of Pinus halepensis?
Mountain slopes and ridges
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
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus halepensis Mill.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification