Pinus glabra Pinnae
The Southeastern United States have several species of pine trees. We've talked about the beautiful and slowly disappearing Long-leaf pine tree in earlier entries. This entry is called the Pinus glabra which we know as the Spruce Pine Tree. The Spruce pine is all over the Southeastern United States. The pine needles are bundled in packs of two and they are dark green and there are small slender cones, weak and prickly.
This tree smells wonderful when you crush it's needles. It is the perfect time to discuss the Spruce Pine Tree. It makes a great addition to one's home for Christmas. It also harbors many wildlife. Squirrels and Birds make their nests in this tree and our favorite little red bird, the cardinal loves the seeds that fall in the fall time. Insects that thrive on this tree are termites and the Japanese pine beetle. More conservation for this tree isn't necessary because they are plentiful, but this insect destroys everything in it's path.
When you see this plant, it's usually in a habitat which is a mixed hardwood deciduous and a few evergreens. This pine is very well tolerated among many of the pine trees.
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