
Italian stone pine (Pinus pinea)
Italian stone pine, also known as Stone Pine, Italian Stone Pine, Umbrella Pine
The Italian Stone Pine (Pinus pinea) is an evergreen tree known for its distinctive, rounded, umbrella-shaped canopy that offers ample shade. It flourishes in full sunlight and is highly drought-resistant. This tree produces pine cones that yield sought-after and tasty pine nuts, a nutritious food source that can be harvested, dried, and enjoyed.
Key Facts About Italian stone pine
Attributes of Italian stone pine
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
12 m to 25 m
Spread
12 m to 18 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
Not applicable
Flower Color
Yellow Green
Scientific Classification of Italian stone pine
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Conifers
Order
Pinales
Family
Pine
Genus
Pines
Species
Italian stone pine