Pinus morrisonicola

Pinus morrisonicola, is a species of conifer in the family Pinaceae. It is a large tree, up to high and in Diameter at [breast height|diameter]. The trunk is often crooked. Needles are in bundles of five. Mature cones are large, to long and wide.

Distribution

Pinus morrisonicola is endemic to Taiwan. It grows at altitudes of throughout the island. At present, it is scarce at lower elevations and mostly present at higher elevations and less accessible places.

Uses

Compared with the similar-looking black pine, Taiwan white pine's needles are slenderer and more delicate. When the new leaves sprout, the green color in different shades is stunningly beautiful. Because of these features, the plant plays an important role in garden landscaping and bonsai production. The quality wood can be used as building materials, furniture and paper making. The leaves can also be juiced as a drink or used as medicine and the fruits can be refined into aromatic essential oils.