Pinus jeffreyi - Jeffrey Pine (Plant) Hiking monarchs numbered in the billions

monarchs numbered in the billions

Baja CA (mainland) Natural Habitat Canyons

but can be drought-tolerant once established

Delecting fruits

This selection has beautiful dark green leaves and orange flowers instead of the usual red

Pinus jeffreyi - Jeffrey Pine (Plant) Hiking monarchs numbered in the billionsThis long lived conifer (up to 500 years) has an open, airy form. Bark has a vanilla or pineapple fragrance. Does not tolerate shade or ozone pollution. Important habitat plant for birds and mammals. Plant Characteristics Family Name Pinaceae Species Name Pinus jeffreyi Common Name Jeffrey Pine Plant Type Tree Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Moderate Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color None Flowering Months None Evergreen