Loblolly Pine
(Pinus taeda)
Loblolly Pine (Pinus taeda)
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Photo by: CK Kelly | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: CK Kelly | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2019-05-28T22:46:53Z |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Pinus taeda, commonly known as Loblolly Pine, is an evergreen tree native to the southeastern United States, particularly thriving in the warm, humid climate of the coastal plains and Piedmont regions. It is a dominant species in mixed pine-hardwood forests, often found in areas that are wet in the winter and spring but dry in the summer. Loblolly Pine can achieve heights of 30–35 meters (98–115 feet) with a trunk diameter of 0.4–1.5 meters (1.3–4.9 feet). Exceptional specimens may reach up to 50 meters (160 feet), making it the tallest of the southern pines. Its needles, which are in bundles of three and sometimes twisted, measure 12–22 centimeters (4+3⁄4–8+3⁄4 inches) in length. The needles typically persist for two years, contributing to the tree’s evergreen nature.
Loblolly Pine is valued for its fast growth rate and adaptability to a range of soil types, making it a popular choice for reforestation, timber production, and as a windbreak in rural landscapes. It requires full sun and can tolerate both slow and medium-draining soils, though it prefers acidic, moist conditions. While it is on the larger size for residential landscapes, it is an important species for wildlife, providing habitat and food for various birds and mammals. Gardeners should be aware that Loblolly Pine can suffer from pests such as the southern pine beetle and diseases like fusiform rust. It is also susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Loblolly Pine is valued for its fast growth rate and adaptability to a range of soil types, making it a popular choice for reforestation, timber production, and as a windbreak in rural landscapes. It requires full sun and can tolerate both slow and medium-draining soils, though it prefers acidic, moist conditions. While it is on the larger size for residential landscapes, it is an important species for wildlife, providing habitat and food for various birds and mammals. Gardeners should be aware that Loblolly Pine can suffer from pests such as the southern pine beetle and diseases like fusiform rust. It is also susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Tree
- Height: 60-90 feet
- Width: 25-35 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Non-Flowering
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium, Slow
Common Uses
Bank Stabilization, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rabbit Resistant, Rock Garden
Natural Habitat
Mixed pine-hardwood forests, coastal plains, and Piedmont regions
Other Names
Common Names: Loblollyden , Pino Da Incenso , Loblollytall , 테에다소나무 , Huo Ju Song , Teedasonamu
Scientific Names: Pinus taeda , Pinus lutea , Pinus mughoides , Pinus taeda var. alopecuroidea , Pinus taeda var. mughoides , Pinus taeda var. tenuifolia
GBIF Accepted Name: Pinus taeda L.