Jeffrey pine
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Jeffrey pine
Pinus jeffreyi
The Jeffrey pine is a tall tree with long needles and sweet-smelling cones. It grows in the mountains and is known for its beautiful shape and strong wood.
Habitat: Mountain regions
Appearance
The Jeffrey pine is a very tall conifer with a straight, reddish-brown trunk that has deep, irregular furrows. It has long, blue-green needles in bundles of three and large, woody cones with sharp, inward-pointing prickles. Its bark can have a distinctive vanilla-like scent.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassPinopsidaOrderPinalesFamilyPinaceaeGenusPinus
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Its bark and sap often smell like vanilla or butterscotch, especially on sunny days!
Jeffrey pine cones are sometimes called 'porcupine cones' for their sharp, spiny scales!
Look closely: Jeffrey pines usually have long, blue-green needles grouped together in bundles of three!
This mighty tree can live to be over 500 years old, witnessing centuries of forest history!
Special abilities
Ability
Fire Survivor
Jeffrey pine has thick, protective bark that helps it survive moderate forest fires by shielding its vital tissues.
Ability
Drought Master
Jeffrey pine can grow a deep taproot to reach water far underground, helping it thrive in dry, rocky mountain habitats.
Ability
Scented Defense
Jeffrey pine has resin with a unique chemical makeup that gives off a vanilla-like scent, potentially deterring some pests.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 4000-7000 cm
- Spread
- 900-1500 cm
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Wind
Ecological connections
eats
Western Pine Beetle
Dendroctonus brevicomis
Its larvae burrow under the bark
shelters
Western Gray Squirrel
Sciurus griseus
Builds nests and caches food in its branches
Traits
Aromatic
Aromatic plants produce and emit fragrant volatile organic compounds, often for defense or to attract pollinators.
Broadleaf Tree
Broadleaf trees are angiosperms characterized by flat, wide leaves that are typically shed annually in temperate climates.
Coniferous
Coniferous plants are typically evergreen, bearing needles or scales and reproductive cones.
Evergreen
Evergreen plants retain their foliage throughout the year, never shedding all their leaves at once.
Timber
Timber refers to wood that has been prepared for use in building and carpentry.
Mountain
This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Keystone Species
Describes a species whose presence and role have a disproportionately large effect on its environment.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Stay on paths and don't climb trees without an adult's help.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Jeffrey pine?
4000-7000 cm
How wide does Jeffrey pine spread?
900-1500 cm
Is Jeffrey pine edible?
No
Is Jeffrey pine toxic?
Mild
What is Jeffrey pine's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Jeffrey pine pollinated?
Wind
Where is Jeffrey pine usually found?
Mountain regions
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