Given the numerous species of conifers, it is easy to lose track. On the one hand, the plants all have amazing similarities. On the other hand, the individual species are characterized by very individual characteristics. And yet many conifers are related to each other. How are you supposed to recognize only individual genres? With the following illustration of the differences between a pine tree and a pine tree, you will definitely succeed.
The pine is a subspecies of pine with edible seeds
Pine - a subspecies of pine
The pine comes in around 90 different species. And one of them is the pine tree. The degree of relationship is unmistakable from the outside. And yet there are some key differences between the two trees.
Is the English expression to blame for the confusion?
The English term "pine" is quite misleading. You too would probably translate the term “pine”. In truth, it designates all types of pine, but not the pine alone.
Synonyms of pine
Some German names for the pine also cause confusion. So the conifer is also known as
- Mediterranean pine
- Italian stone pine
- screen pine
Differences between pine and pine
But if you pay attention to these characteristics, it is not difficult to distinguish between the two conifers.
- Pine trees form edible cores, which are also commercially available
- Pine trees only grow in the Mediterranean region, pine trees are widespread throughout the northern hemisphere
- the wood of the pine is redder
- the wood of the pine is softer
Properties of pine wood
The appearance of the wood in particular clearly distinguishes the pine from other types of pine. The striking red tinge, which can also turn pink, is typical. In general, pine is the lightest pine wood. The annual rings are clearly visible. Unfortunately, pine wood is more difficult to work with as it is significantly softer and this particular type of pine produces more resin. In addition, unlike pine, pine wood is not suitable for outdoor construction. It is not weather resistant, so it is only used to make furniture.