Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spuria
ID:
482207

Status:
valid

Authors:
Domin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Klíc Kvet. Ceskoslov. 984. (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481539

Common Names

  • Pinus spuria
  • Spur Pine
  • Spur Pinon

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Description

Pinus spuria (also called Spruce Pine, among many other common names) is a species of coniferous tree in the Pinaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States and is usually found in mountainous regions. It grows in temperate climates and prefers well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Pinus spuria is used for timber, fuel, and in landscaping. It is also used for erosion control, as it helps to stabilize the soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pinus spuria is a small, yellowish-green flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinus spuria is a slow-growing conifer that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C) and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Pinus spuria

Pinus spuria is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and North Africa.

Pinus spuria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pinus spuria?

Pinus spuria

What is the common name of Pinus spuria?

Clustered Mountain Pine

Where is Pinus spuria native to?

Eastern United States

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

Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus x spuria Domin: Placement according to April 2023 Classification