SelecTree

A Tree Selection Guide

JAPANESE RED PINE

Pinus densiflora

FAMILY Pinaceae

SYNONYMS

ADDITIONAL COMMON NAMES

JAPANESE UMBRELLA PINE

TANYOSHO PINE

JAPANESE PINE

See: all Pinus
Photo locations: Lan Su Chinese Garden - Portland, OR, Hoyt Arboretum - Portland, OR, Los Angeles County Arboretum - Arcadia, CA, The National Arboretum - Washington, DC, Lotusland - Santa Barbara, CA and Arnold Arboretum - Boston, MA
by J. Reimer, M. Ritter, C. Stubler

GENERAL INFO

A fast growing pine.
Native range: Japan, China, Korea, and Southeastern RussiaHorticultural use: Bonsai

TREE CHARACTERISTICS

Tree Shape: Conical or RoundedFoliage Type: EvergreenMaximum Tree Height: 50 feetCanopy Width: 30-50 feetGrowth Rate: ~24-36 in/yearLeaf Arrangement and Leaf Form: Alternate, SimpleLeaf Shape: NeedleLeaf color: Bluish Green or Silver or Gray GreenCones: Large Brown ConePollen time: WinterBark Color: Orange or Red Brown, ScalyLitter Type: Dry Fruit

SITE CONDITIONS

Recommended Planting Area: Greater than 7'Water Use Rating: MediumSunset Climate Zone: 1 - 11, 14 - 21Shade Tolerance: NoUSDA Hardiness Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7Soil Texture: Loam or Sand or ClaySoil pH: Very Acidic to Slightly AlkalineSalt Tolerance: High

CONSIDERATIONS

Branch Strength: Medium StrongRoot Damage Potential: ModeratePotential health issues: AllergyBiogenic Emissions: LowWildlife interactions: Attracts birds, squirrelsDisease and Pest susceptibility: Armillaria and AphidsDisease Resistance and Pest Resistance: VerticilliumUtility Friendly: NoWCISA Appraisal: Suggested LCANT 24" box, Suggested LCANT 24" box, Group Rating 2, Approx. cross sectional area 2.24 sq. in.

External Resources

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CITE THIS TREE

"SelecTree. UFEI. "Pinus densiflora Tree Record." 1995-2025. Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo. Accessed on May 18, 2025."
< https://selectree.calpoly.edu/tree-detail/1042 >

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