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Beach Pine (Pinus contorta) is a tree native to the coastal regions and mountainous areas of western North America, including Alaska, Alberta, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, and parts of Mexico. Beach Pine (Latin: Pinus contorta, family Pinaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Beach Pine is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Beach Pine is a member of the Pinaceae family native to ASK, ABT, BRC, CAL, COL, and IDA. Beach Pine thrives in light to moist conditions and prefers sandy or medium soils with a pH between 6.2 and 7.5.
Beach Pine grows best in USDA zone 1-7, 7/10 light, and dry, moist, wet water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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