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big-cone pinyon

Pinus maximartinezii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Pinopsida ›Order: Pinales ›Family: Pinaceae ›Genus: Pinus

About

Pinus maximartinezii, called Martinez pinyon, big-cone pinyon or maxipiñon, is a pine in the pinyon pine group, native to central Mexico. The range is highly localised, confined to a small area of the southern Sierra Madre Occidental in southern Zacatecas. It occurs at moderate altitudes, from 1800–2400 m and 21° North latitude, in warm and temperate, dry climate conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of big-cone pinyon?
The scientific name of big-cone pinyon is Pinus maximartinezii.
What is the conservation status of big-cone pinyon?
The big-cone pinyon has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does big-cone pinyon belong to?
big-cone pinyon belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does big-cone pinyon belong to?
big-cone pinyon belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does big-cone pinyon belong to?
big-cone pinyon belongs to the class Pinopsida.
What order does big-cone pinyon belong to?
big-cone pinyon belongs to the order Pinales.
What family does big-cone pinyon belong to?
big-cone pinyon belongs to the family Pinaceae.
What genus does big-cone pinyon belong to?
big-cone pinyon belongs to the genus Pinus.