Mexican White Pine, Ayachuite Pine

This rare tree from the mountains of Southern Mexico and Central America is even rarer in cultivation. However, since it grows in both su...Read Morebtropical and cool montane conditions, it may be adaptable to a variety of locations and climates. Hybrids have been made between this species and the Eastern White Pine and a few cultivars of which have been introduced which combine some of the best characteristics (especially improved cold hardiness and blue color) of its parents. Forest Sky is a lovely example of this cross. The Southwestern White Pine (strobiformis) was once considered a variety of P. ayacahuite, but is mostly treated a distinct species now. Although Pinus ayacahuite is relatively rare (yet plentiful In its native range) it is not considered at risk of becoming endangered.