American pitch pine
Pinus elliottii Engelm.
Pinus elliottii, commonly known as American pitch pine or slash pine, is a conifer tree native to the Southeastern United States. It is found in swampy habitats and is known for its strong wood, which has been historically used for timber and naval stores. The species has two varieties: P. e. var. elliottii and P. e. var. densa. It is distributed across several regions, including parts of the United States, South America, and various global locations.
Description
Pinus elliottii is a member of the Pinaceae family and is characterized by its adaptation to swampy environments. Its wood is noted for high strength, surpassing many hardwoods and comparable to dense woods like black ironwood. The tree has been economically significant for its use in producing turpentine and resin. It is cultivated and naturalized in various regions beyond its native range, including parts of Africa, Asia, and South America, as well as in protected areas such as the Garden Route National Park and Golden Gate Highlands National Park.
Other common names
Slash pinelongleaf pitch pineswamp pineAmerican pitch pine
Distribution
BR · ZA · BD · BI · MU · AR · ZW · AU · Garden Route National Park · Golden Gate Highlands National Park · St Lucia System · Global · TW · UY · PY · Hawaii · Alabama · Argentina Northeast · Florida · Free State · Georgia · Louisiana · Mauritius · Mississippi · New Caledonia · New South Wales · Queensland · South Carolina
Synonyms
Pinus densa var. austrokeysensis