Pinus nigra
Pin noir d’Autriche
Austrian Pine
Additional information
| Plant family | |
|---|---|
| Area | Sainte Baume |
| Flowering months | May, June |
| Leaf type | Needle |
| Height | 55 m |
Description
A Mediterranean Pine with a pyramidal shape. A slow-growing tree used for timber.
The male cones drop off after shedding their pollen. The mature seed cone (female) is roundish in shape, shiny, yellowish brown or pale brown.
Flowers
No true flowers, instead it produces male and female cones.
Leaves
Needle leaf is narrow, pointed, like a needle, e.g. Pinus. In pairs in tight groups, 6-18 cm long.
Fruits Seeds
Cone: male pollen cone is golden yellow in colour, female seed cone is reddish, 5 mm long.
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