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Common Name: Japanese Black Pine
Species Name: Pinus thunbergii
Family Name: Pinaceae

Table 1. Plant Facts for Japanese Black Pine
Habitat/EcologyDescription
OriginJapan
Sun PreferenceFull Sun
SusceptibilityPine wood nematode is the most serious problem

ID Characteristics

  • Leaf and Stem Characteristics
    • Plant Height: 40-foot diameter, 80-foot height
    • Leaves: Fascicles of 2, persisting 3-5 years, 3-6 inches long, twisted, stomatic lines on each surface
Table 2. Plant Facts for Japanese Black Pine
Habitat/EcologyDescription
Soil PreferenceWell-drained, adapted to many soil conditions
USDA Cold Hardiness Zone
NotesHeat, drought and salt tolerant; will grow on sandy soils but pine wood nematode causing serious problems