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Plant Name:
Lodgepole Pine
Scientific Name:
Pinus contorta
Description:
Lodgepole Pine is a tall evergreen coniferous tree with straight, slender trunks and small, narrow needles. It is known for its cones that remain tightly closed until exposed to high temperatures.
Habitat:
Rocky mountains, subalpine forests, mountain slopes
Fauna:
Lodgepole Pine provides habitat and food for a variety of wildlife species, including birds, small mammals, and insects. It is an important species for reforestation efforts after wildfires.
Growing Conditions:
Lodgepole Pine prefers well-drained soils and full sun.
Uses:
Lodgepole Pine is commonly used for timber, including poles and logs for construction. It is also used in paper production and as a Christmas tree.
Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):
No
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Poisonous:
No
Fun Facts:
Lodgepole Pine forests are adapted to fire, and the trees have serotinous cones that release seeds after a fire. It is the state tree of Montana.
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Photo Credit
U.S. Forest Service- Pacific Northwest Region
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