Pinus strobus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. 1001. (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481530
Common Names
- Pinus strobus
- Eastern White Pine
- White Pine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pinus strobus (also called Eastern White Pine, among many other common names) is a species of coniferous tree in the Pinaceae family. It is native to the eastern United States and is usually found in mountainous regions. It grows in temperate climates and prefers well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Pinus strobus 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pinus strobus var. strobusFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pinus strobus 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 strobus 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 strobus
Pinus strobus is native to the eastern United States and Canada. It is found in the Appalachian Mountains, the Great Lakes region, and the Adirondack Mountains.
Pinus strobus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinus strobus?
Pinus strobus
What is the common name of Pinus strobus?
Eastern White Pine
What is the natural habitat of Pinus strobus?
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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Pinus strobus L.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification