Pinus pinaster subsp. pinaster
Pinus pinaster pinaster
Pinus pineaster subsp. pineaster, commonly known as the maritime pine, is a resilient Mediterranean conifer highly valued in traditional and modern medicine. Rich in essential oils and bioactive compounds, its resin and needles are frequently utilized for their potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and respiratory-supporting properties in various therapeutic applications.
- Scientific name: Pinus pinaster subsp. pinaster
- Family: Pinaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Pinidae. Within the order Pinales and family Pinaceae, it is classified under the genus Pinus as the subspecies Pinus pineaster subsp. pineaster.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Pinidae | WCVP |
| Order | Pinales | WCVP |
| Family | Pinaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pinus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by the common name Pinus pinaster pinaster in English, is a specific subspecies of pine characterized by its unique botanical classification.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Pinus pinaster pinaster | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats across several European regions. In Northern Europe, its presence is noted in both Great Britain and Ireland. Moving toward Middle Europe, the subspecies can also be found within Belgium. Its distribution continues into Southwestern Europe, where it is established in France. Finally, the geographical range extends further south to include the coastal areas of Portugal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Türkiye-in-Europe | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, specifically Pinus pinaster subsp. pinaster, is highly valued in traditional and modern medicine for its therapeutic properties derived from its various structures, most notably its bark. The bark of this subspecies is harvested to extract bioactive compounds, such as proanthocyanidins, which are renowned for their potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Beyond the bark, other parts of the tree, including the resin and needles, are also utilized in various applications, but the bark remains a primary source for the production of specialized extracts used to support vascular health and skin protection.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |