Scott's Pine (Pinus sylvestris)

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Quick Facts

  • The first tree introduced to the United States around 1600
  • Wood commonly used for paper pulp
  • A snag (dead tree) can stand tall in a forest for over 100 years after it dies

About

Scots pine is a medium sized conifer with twisted, blue-green needles that are grouped in pairs. Its bark is a distinctive flaking orange, red-brown color. Produces grey-light brown cones 3 inches long.

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