Also known as American Pitch Pine · Caribbean Pine · Longleaf Pitch Pine
Slash Pine (Pinus elliottii) is a fast-growing conifer native to the southeastern United States, vital for timber and pulp production.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth and health.
Moderate to High when young, Moderate when established
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil, especially during establishment. Water deeply during dry spells.
Sandy, Loamy, Acidic
50% intensity
Moderate to High
75% intensity
Prefers warm to hot climates. Tolerates moderate winters but is sensitive to extreme cold.
Low
25% intensity
Generally not needed. Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring only if growth is poor or foliage is pale.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
No significant toxicity to pets or humans.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Slash pine prefers consistently moist soil, especially when young. Water deeply and regularly during dry periods.
Once established, it becomes more drought-tolerant but benefits from supplemental watering in prolonged dry spells to maintain optimal health and growth.
Pruning is typically minimal for slash pine, primarily focusing on removing dead, damaged, or crossing branches. This is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Avoid excessive pruning as it can stress the tree.
Slash pines are typically propagated from seeds collected from mature cones. Seeds require a period of cold stratification to break dormancy. Sow stratified seeds in a well-draining medium in spring.
Germination can be slow and irregular.
Repotting is not applicable to slash pines as they are large trees best grown in the ground. Container-grown seedlings may require repotting into larger containers as they grow, using a well-draining soil mix, typically every 1-2 years.
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Where Slash Pine (Pinus elliottii) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Pinopsida |
| Order | Pinales |
| Family | Pinaceae |
| Genus | Pinus |
| Species | Pinus elliottii |
Similar in genus Pinus
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