Status:
valid
Authors:
(Compton) C.N.Page
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 57 (3): 142. (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000033740
Common Names
- Pectinopitys ferruginoides
- Rusty Pine
- Rusty Pine Cone Wood
Description
Pectinopitys ferruginoides (also called Ferruginous 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 ferruginoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pectinopitys ferruginoides has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pectinopitys ferruginoides 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 ferruginoides
Pectinopitys ferruginoides can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Pectinopitys ferruginoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pectinopitys ferruginoides?
Pectinopitys ferruginoides
What is the common name of Pectinopitys ferruginoides?
Ferruginous Pectinopitys
What is the natural habitat of Pectinopitys ferruginoides?
It is found in tropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Pectinopitys genus
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,