Scots Pine
FamilyPinaceae
Max Height35 m
RangeEurope, N. Asia
HabitatBoreal and temperate forests
About the Scots Pine
The pine with the widest natural range on Earth, from Scotland to Siberia. Distinctive orange flaky upper bark. National tree of Scotland. Timber is sold as red deal. The classic European Christmas tree.
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