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R P Pinus Resinosa Soland.
The red pine is named for
its reddish-brown bark and
pale red heartwood.
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ed or Norway pine,though common,
R is found only locally throughout
the state, growing on dry, rocky ridges,
or light, sandy soil. Stands are usually
scattered through forests of other
species.The beautiful “Cathedral Pines”
occur near Eustis.
Young trees often have branches
extending to the ground and form a
conical outline. Later, the head is round-
ed and picturesque. Branches are gen-
erally horizontal. It attains a height of
60–80 feet, and a diameter of 2–3 feet.
The trunk is straight and tapers slowly.
Red pine is not tolerant of shade.
The reddish-brown bark is divided
into broad, flat ridges by shallow fissures.
The leaves are arranged in clusters
of two. They are 4–6 inches long, dark
green, soft and flexible. When doubled
between the fingers, they break cleanly,
at a sharp angle.
The cones are egg-shaped and are
about 2 inches long. They lack prickles
and are borne on short stalks. The base