Pinales is a major order of gymnosperms that includes all conifers, such as pines, firs, spruces, and cedars. These plants are predominantly evergreen trees and shrubs, adapted to a wide range of climates—from temperate forests to high-altitude and arid regions. They are characterized by needle-like or scale-like leaves, woody cones for reproduction, and long lifespans.
Ecologically, members of Pinales play vital roles in stabilizing soils, providing habitat, and influencing climate through carbon storage. Economically, they are a cornerstone of the timber and paper industries. A prime example is the Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris), widely cultivated for its wood and used across Europe and Asia in construction, reforestation, and landscaping.
Total families found for Pinales: 2
- 1) Cupressaceae
- 2) Pinaceae
Total plants found for Pinales: 7
- 1) Chilgoza pine
- 2) Common juniper
- 3) Korean pine
- 4) Norway spruce
- 5) Scots pine
- 6) Siberian pine
- 7) Stone pine