Loblolly Pine
Common Name: Loblolly Pine
Species Name: Pinus taeda
Family Name: Pinaceae
Examples of Loblolly Pine Pinus taeda
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | North America |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
| Susceptibility | Pine beetle, fusiform rust, heart rot |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 40-foot diameter, 100-foot height
- Leaves: In fascicles of 3, 6-10 inches long, sometimes twisted, finely toothed
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Adapted to many soil conditions |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 6º |
| Notes | Fast growing, easy to transplant and now probably the most commonly planted pine in Oklahoma |