Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Araucariales
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
1554033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Benn. ex. D.Don) C.N.Page

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 57 (3): 142. (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000033739

Common Names

  • Pectinopitys ferruginea
  • Red Pine
  • Red Pine Cone Wood

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Description

Pectinopitys ferruginea (also called Rusty Pitch Pine, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pectinopitys ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pectinopitys ferruginea has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pectinopitys ferruginea is an evergreen conifer that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Where to Find Pectinopitys ferruginea

Pectinopitys ferruginea can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Pectinopitys ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pectinopitys ferruginea?

Pectinopitys ferruginea

What is the common name of Pectinopitys ferruginea?

Ferruginous Pectinopitys

What is the natural habitat of Pectinopitys ferruginea?

It is found in tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Podocarpaceae family

Acmopyle pancheri, Acmopyle sahniana, Afrocarpus dawei, Afrocarpus falcatus, Afrocarpus gracilior, Afrocarpus mannii, Afrocarpus usambarensis, Dacrycarpus cinctus, Dacrycarpus compactus, Dacrycarpus cumingii, Dacrycarpus dacrydioides, Dacrycarpus expansus, Dacrycarpus imbricatus, Dacrycarpus kinabaluensis, Dacrycarpus steupii, Dacrycarpus vieillardii, Dacrydium suprinii, Dacrydium araucarioides, Dacrydium balansae, Dacrydium beccarii, Dacrydium comosum, Dacrydium cornwallianum, Dacrydium cupressinum, Dacrydium elatum, Dacrydium ericoides, Dacrydium gibbsiae, Dacrydium gracile, Dacrydium guillauminii, Dacrydium leptophyllum, Dacrydium lycopodioides, Dacrydium magnum, Dacrydium medium, Dacrydium nausoriense, Dacrydium nidulum, Dacrydium novoguineense, Dacrydium pectinatum, Dacrydium spathoides, Dacrydium xanthandrum, Dacrydium tenuifolium, Dacrydium vieillardii, Falcatifolium angustum, Falcatifolium falciforme, Falcatifolium gruezoi, Falcatifolium papuanum, Falcatifolium sleumeri, Falcatifolium taxoides, Falcatifolium falcatum, Halocarpus bidwillii, Halocarpus biformis, Halocarpus kirkii,

References

Conifer TEN record for:wfo-1000033739: Placement according to April 2023 Classification