Family: Pinaceae
Author: Lamb.
Bibliography: Descr. Pinus, ed. 3, 1: 39 (1832)
Year: 1832
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Pinus
Vegetable: Unknown
Observations: Mexico to Guatemala
Description
The Montezuma pine, known scientifically as Pinus montezumae, is a majestic tree that belongs to the Pinaceae family. This distinguished species has been meticulously documented in the work “Descr. Pinus,” in its third edition (1832), by the author Lamb.
Originating from the culturally rich and biodiverse regions stretching from Mexico to Guatemala, the Montezuma pine thrives in these locales, adapting to the varied climates and elevations found within this geographical range. It characteristically embodies the resilient and adaptable nature of its genus, presenting a striking figure against the landscapes of Central America.
The tree itself is known for its impressive height and lush, evergreen foliage, making it a significant component of the forest ecosystems where it is native. Its needles and cones add to the aesthetic and ecological value, providing habitat and food for various wildlife species.
Montezuma pine has also garnered interest beyond its natural habitat, utilized in reforestation projects due to its robustness and the quality of its timber. It serves as an excellent example of plant resilience and adaptability, making it a subject of study for botanists and environmentalists alike.
Overall, Pinus montezumae stands as a testament to the natural beauty and ecological importance of the regions from Mexico to Guatemala, continuing to be a subject of admiration and scientific inquiry.
Common Names
Hun: azték moktezuma-fenyo
Eng: montezuma pine, rough-barked mexican pine, rough-branched mexican pine, rough-bark mexican pine
Deu: montezuma-kiefer
Ita: pino di montezuma
Spa: ocote blanco, ocote macho, ocote nembra, pino montezuma, pino de montezuma, pino gordo, pino real
Fra: pin de montezuma
Por: pinheiro-mexicano, pinus-mexicano
En: Montezuma pine, Rough-bark Mexican pine, Rough-branched Mexican Pine, Rough-barked Mexican pine
Zh: 蒙特苏马松
Et: Montezuma mänd
Fi: Meksikonmänty
Fr: Pin de Montezuma
De: Montezuma-Kiefer
Hu: Montezuma-fenyő, Azték moktezuma-fenyo
It: Pino di Montezuma
Kv: Монтесума пожум
Pl: Sosna Montezumy
Pt: Pinheiro-mexicano, Pinus-mexicano
Ru: Сосна Монтесумы
Es: Tenexocotl (lengua Nahuatl), Ocote Blanco, Pino Real, Pino de Montezuma, Ocote escobeton, Ocote macho, Ocote nembra, Ocote, Pino Montezuma, Pino colorado, Pino de hoja lacia, Pino de ocote, Pino de vara gruesa, Pino gordo, Pino lacio, Pino
Synonyms
Distribution
- Guatemala (native)
- Mexico Central (native)
- Mexico Gulf (native)
- Mexico Northeast (native)
- Mexico Southeast (native)
- Mexico Southwest (native)
Additional Images
Habit
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Leaf
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Bark
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:263125-1)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5285261)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Pinus montezumae Lamb.)