Pinus strobiformis

A pine of high-elevation forest. Similar to Pinus flexilis, from which it is distinguished by the recurved tips of the scales of its ovulate cones and by its thicker, more deeply furrowed bark.

An ovulate cone at Sierra Blanca, 6/7/06.



Bark at Sierra Blanca, 6/7/06.



Needles at Sierra Blanca, 6/7/06.

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