Family: Pinaceae
Author: Schiede ex Schltdl. & Cham.
Bibliography: Linnaea 6: 354 (1831)
Year: 1831
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Pinus
Vegetable: False
Observations: Mexico
Description
The Jelecote pine, scientifically known as Pinus patula, is a notable species within the Pinaceae family. First described in 1831 in the publication Linnaea by Schiede ex Schltdl. & Cham., this tree has garnered attention for its unique characteristics and natural habitat.
Pinus patula naturally flourishes in Mexico, where it is often observed in its native, high-altitude environments. Its ecological role and adaptability make it a species of interest for both scientific study and practical applications.
The Jelecote pine is recognized for its straight, slender trunk and long, weeping branches, which bear clusters of soft, flexible needles. These features differentiate it from other members of its genus, contributing to its distinctiveness. The needles, typically bright green, create a lush and appealing canopy, which is an attractive trait for landscaping and reforestation projects.
Given its origin in Mexico, Pinus patula is well-suited to mountainous regions and thrives in well-drained soils. It has evolved to withstand the conditions typical of its native terrain, displaying resilience to various climates and environmental stressors. This adaptability extends to its use in forestry, where it is valued for rapid growth and high-quality wood, often utilized in construction and paper industries.
Overall, the Jelecote pine stands as a significant member of the Pinaceae family, valued not just for its ecological importance but also for its economic and aesthetic benefits.
Common Names
Deu: ausgebreitete kiefer, jelecote-kiefer, mexikanische kiefer
Eng: jelecote pine, mexican weeping pine, mexican yellow pine, spreading-leaved pine, patula pine, weeping pine
Spa: pino colorado, ocote, pino triste
Hun: szomorú diófenyo
Fra: pin argenté, pin du mexique, pin à feuilles tombantes, pin à feuilles étalées
Por: pinho-patula
Afr: treurden
En: Jelecote pine, Hang-leaf pine, Mexican weeping pine, Patula pine, Pino colorado, Spreading-leaved pine, Weeping pine, Mexican yellow pine
Af: Treurden
Fr: Pin du Mexique, Pin à feuilles tombantes, Pin à feuilles étalées, Pin argenté, Pin feuilles tales
De: Ausgebreitete Kiefer, Jelecote-Kiefer, Mexikanische Kiefer
Hu: Szomorú diófenyo
Pt: Pinho-patula
Es: Pino colorado, Ocote, Pino triste
Synonyms
Distribution
- Mexico Central (native)
- Mexico Gulf (native)
- Mexico Northeast (native)
- Mexico Southeast (native)
- Mexico Southwest (native)
- Argentina Northeast (introduced)
- Bolivia (introduced)
- Colombia (introduced)
- Ethiopia (introduced)
- Free State (introduced)
- Madagascar (introduced)
- Northern Provinces (introduced)
- Réunion (introduced)
Additional Images
Leaf
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Habit
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Bark
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Fruit
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Flower
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5285090)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:314961-2)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Pinus patula Schiede ex Schltdl. & Cham.)
Specifications
Growth habit>: Tree