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Scots Pine
The only native British pine, with orange-brown bark and long blue-green needles. It’s a pioneer species in poor soils and provides habitat for wildlife.
Basic Information
Species:
Pine
Variety:
Scots
Scientific Name:
Pinus sylvestris
Cramond Trees Location
Related Tree Tags:
52
Location:
Cramond Primary – woodland garden
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More about the Tree
Uses and Benefits:
The only native British pine, with timber used in construction, pulp, and telegraph poles. Provides habitat for birds and squirrels. Resin was historically used for turpentine.
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Fun facts:
The national tree of Scotland, symbolizing resilience.
Pine resin was chewed as Neolithic "gum".
Old trees develop a "stag's head" crown shape.
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