Pinus squamata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
X.W.Li
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 14: 259. (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481521
Common Names
- Pinus squamata
- Scaly Pine
- Scaly Pinon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pinus squamata (also called Scaly Pine, among many other common names) is a species of coniferous tree in the Pinaceae family. It is native to China and is usually found in mountainous regions. It grows in temperate climates and prefers well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Pinus squamata 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 squamata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pinus squamata 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 squamata
Pinus squamata is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and North Africa.
Pinus squamata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinus squamata?
Pinus squamata
What is the common name of Pinus squamata?
Scaly Pine
What is the natural habitat of Pinus squamata?
Southeastern 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
Xing Wen Li (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.W.Li' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus squamata X.W.Li: Placement according to April 2023 Classification