Pinus cembroides

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Pinus cembroides

Pinus cembroides, also known as the Mexican pinyon or Mexican nut pine, is a species of pine tree native to Mexico and the southwestern United States.

Pronunciation

The pronunciation of Pinus cembroides is /ˈpaɪnəs sɛmˈbrɔɪdiːz/.

Etymology

The genus name Pinus is the Latin name for the pine tree. The species name cembroides is derived from the Greek words kembra, meaning "dwarf", and -oides, meaning "resembling", referring to the tree's relatively small size compared to other pine species.

Description

The Pinus cembroides is a small to medium-sized tree, typically reaching heights of 10–20 m. The bark is thick and deeply fissured, with a dark brown to black color. The leaves are needle-like, arranged in bundles of three, and are 3–7 cm long. The cones are 3–6 cm long, and contain edible seeds, which are a food source for various bird and mammal species.

Habitat and Distribution

The Pinus cembroides is native to the mountainous regions of Mexico and the southwestern United States, including parts of Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. It typically grows at altitudes of 1,600–2,400 m, in areas with a semi-arid climate.

Related Terms

  • Pinus: The genus to which the Mexican pinyon belongs.
  • Pine nut: The edible seed of the Mexican pinyon and other pine species.
  • Conifer: The group of gymnosperm trees and shrubs that includes all pines.
  • Pinyon-juniper woodland: A type of vegetation community in which the Mexican pinyon is a dominant species.

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