Pinus muricata - Conifer - Bishop Pine, Dwarf Marine Pine, Obispo Pine, Pricklecone Pine, Santa Cruz Pine Page

The Bishop Pine, also known as Pinus muricata, is a coniferous evergreen tree with a symmetrical conical habit. Native to mostly California, USA, including some offshore islands, and a few locations in Baja California, Mexico, the mature trees grow to a height of 15-25 m, rarely up to 34 m, with a trunk diameter of up to 1.2 m. The species is drought-tolerant and grows on dry, rocky soil, making it an excellent choice for landscaping in maritime exposure areas. This plant has ornamental value, and is cultivated in parks and gardens, and has been used in plantations with higher growth rates than in the wild. The Bishop Pine is also known by several other common names, including Dwarf Marine Pine, Obispo Pine, Pricklecone Pine, and Santa Cruz Pine.