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Chir Pine, Imodi pine
Scientific Name: Pinus roxburghii Sargent
Synonym: Pinus longifolia Roxb. ex Lamb.
Family: Pinaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: USDA: 9-10 Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Himalaya Range around 7000 feet elevation (2100 m) Growth Habits: Evergreen tree, moderate to fast growth up to 60 to 100 feet tall (18-30 m); red brown bark; short lived needles, in 3s, 8 to 13 inches long (20-32 cm) Watering Needs: Moderate water Propagation: Seeds

Fruiting Habits:
Cones, 4 to 8 inches long (10-20 cm), 2.4-3.6 inches in diameter (6-9 cm)