Swiss Pine (Noun)
Meaning
Large five-needled European pine; yields cembra nuts and a resinous exudate.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The swiss pine was identified by its unique needles, which were clustered in groups of five along the branch.
- After further analysis, the researcher determined that the species was actually the Swiss pine, rather than the stone pine.
- A particularly interesting fact about the Swiss pine is its adaptation to cold climates, which has allowed it to thrive at high elevations.
- Cembra nuts from the Swiss pine have been a valuable source of nutrition for local wildlife for centuries.
- The Swiss pine, prized for its durable wood and fragrant aroma, has been selectively harvested for centuries.