Shortleaf pine (Pinus echinata)
Shortleaf pine, also known as Southern yellow pine, Arkansas pine, Shortleaf yellow pine, Spruce pine, Arkansas soft pine, Rosemary pine
Shortleaf pine (Pinus echinata) is a pine tree species native to the eastern United States. Its numbers have been declining in the last 30 years. An effort is underway to reestablish shortleaf pine growth, as it is important to the lumber industry. In addition, shortleaf pine plays a role in ecosystem diversity.
Key Facts About Shortleaf pine
Attributes of Shortleaf pine
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
24 m to 30 m
Spread
6 m to 12 m
Leaf Color
Green Blue
Flower Size
Not applicable
Flower Color
Yellow Green
Scientific Classification of Shortleaf pine
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Conifers
Order
Pinales
Family
Pine
Genus
Pines
Species
Shortleaf pine