Branchlet

Bud

Closed cones

Open cone

Name

Pinus massoniana Lamb., Descr. Pinus [Lambert] 1: 17 (1803).
[Masson's pine, Chinese red pine]

Description

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Notes

A very important conifer in China. Fast growing, and widely grown in plantations for wood, pulp, resin and other products. Oils extracted from leaves and other part are also used for medicinal purposes.

Natural Distribution

China, Taiwan.