Images of the Korean Pine (Pinus koraiensis)

Korean Pine

Pinus koraiensis

Native to eastern Asia, this pine has been brought to the United States for use in landscaping because of its beautiful foliage and form. This large tree can reach 50 m in height and has 13 cm long needles arranged in bundles of five. The nuts are high in fatty acid and sold commercially as pine nuts.

Habitat:Planted as an ornamental, growing in full sun to part shade.

Growth Habit:Evergreen tree, growing 9-12 m tall or higher.

Presence in US:Not native to the US but widely cultivated.

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