Pinus heldreichii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Christ
Source:
wcs
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Verh. Naturf. Ges. Basel n.s., 3: 549. (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481393
Common Names
- Heldreich's Pine
- Heldreich Pine
- Heldreich's White Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pinus heldreichii (also called Mexican pinyon, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has short needles and grows in dry areas, such as mountains and deserts.
Uses & Benefits
Pinus heldreichii is used for timber, pulp, and fuelwood. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pinus heldreichii 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 heldreichii 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 heldreichii
Pinus heldreichii is native to the Mediterranean region.
Pinus heldreichii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinus heldreichii?
Pinus heldreichii
What is the natural range of Pinus heldreichii?
The natural range of Pinus heldreichii is the eastern Mediterranean region, including Greece, Albania, Bulgaria, and Macedonia.
What is the growth rate of Pinus heldreichii?
Pinus heldreichii has a slow to moderate growth rate of 13-24 inches (33-61 cm) per year.
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
Konrad H. Christ (1833-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christ' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus heldreichii H.Christ: Placement according to April 2023 Classification