Identification Clues:
The evergreen scotch pine has shorter needles
than does the Austrian pine. The 2 inch long needles and the backward
pointing cones (pointing toward the trunk) on the branch identify this
tree as a scotch pine. As with the Austrian pine, the scotch pine
has needles that occur in bunches of two.
Distribution:
The scotch pine is native to Europe and Siberia.
It has been widely planted in the northern areas of the United States.
Highlights:
Scotch pines are planted in windbreaks, and
in cities. The wood is used for posts and for construction lumber.
Many people select scotch pines for use as Christmas trees. |
