Life Span
Perennial
Annual
Origin
California, Mexico
Melanesia
Types
Pinus radiata, Radiata Pine
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Habitat
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Subtropical climates, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
7-9
10-15
Sunset Zone
H1, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
H1, H2, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Upright/Erect
Oval or Rounded
Flower Color
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Red, Green, Copper
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
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Leaf Color in Spring
Dark Green
White, Yellow, Green, Purple, Orange, Chartreuse, Dark Green, Pink, Rose, Burgundy, Copper, Bronze
Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green
White, Yellow, Green, Purple, Orange, Chartreuse, Dark Green, Pink, Rose, Burgundy, Copper, Bronze
Leaf Color in Fall
Dark Green
White, Yellow, Green, Purple, Orange, Chartreuse, Dark Green, Pink, Rose, Burgundy, Copper, Bronze
Leaf Color in Winter
Dark Green
White, Yellow, Green, Purple, Orange, Dark Green, Pink, Rose, Burgundy, Copper, Bronze
Leaf Shape
Pinnate
Reniform
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Type of Soil
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
-
Indeterminate
Tolerances
Drought
Drought, Variety of soil types
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground, Pot
How to Plant?
Stem Planting
Stem Cutting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Allow soil to be completely dry in between waterings, Requires watering in the growing season, Water less during winter
Average Water Needs
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Pruning
Prune in late summer or fall, Remove dead or diseased plant parts
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
very little fertilizers at a time
slow-release fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Monterey pine midge, Monterey pine needleminer, Monterey pine scale, Monterey pine shoot moth, Monterey pine tip moth, Monterey pine weevil, Needle rust, Needlecast disease, Pine needle scale, Pinewood nematode, Pitch canker, Red blotch, Red turpentine beetle, Root rot, Spider mites, Western gall rust
Aphids, Mites, Soft scales
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Drought, Variety of soil types
Fragrant Bark/Stem
Yes
No
Foliage Texture
Fine
Bold
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Glossy
Allergy
Asthma, Respiratory problems, Skin irritation
bronchial asthma, Rhinoconjunctivitis
Aesthetic Uses
Showy Purposes
Beautification, Cottage Garden, Showy Purposes
Beauty Benefits
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Skin Problems
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Shadow Tree
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
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Abdominal Disease, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Cough, Headache, Kidney problems
Part of Plant Used
Sap, Wood
Leaves, Twigs
Other Uses
used for making roof trusses, poles, joists, piles, Used for woodware, Used in construction, Used in Furniture
Basketary, Used as Ornamental plant
Used As Indoor Plant
No
Yes
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Feature Plant, Screening / Wind Break, Shade Trees
Bedding Plant, Container, Feature Plant, Foundation, Hedges, Houseplant, Mixed Border, Tropical
Botanical Name
PINUS radiata
ACALYPHA wilkesiana
Common Name
Monterey Pine
Copperleaf
In Hindi
मोंटेरी पाइन
Copperleaf
In German
Monterey-Kiefer
Copperleaf
In French
Monterey Pine
Copperleaf
In Spanish
El pino de Monterrey
copperleaf
In Greek
Monterey Pine
Copperleaf
In Portuguese
Monterey Pine
Copperleaf
In Polish
Monterey Pine
CopperLeaf
Phylum
Pinophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Pinopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Pinales
Euphorbiales
Family
Pinaceae
Euphorbiaceae
Clade
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Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Subfamily
Pinoideae
Acalyphoideae
Season and Care of Monterey Pine and Copperleaf
Season and care of Monterey Pine and Copperleaf is important to know. While considering everything about Monterey Pine and Copperleaf Care, growing season is an essential factor. Monterey Pine season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Copperleaf season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Monterey Pine is Clay, Loam, Sand and for Copperleaf is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Monterey Pine is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline and for Copperleaf is Acidic, Neutral.
Monterey Pine and Copperleaf Physical Information
Monterey Pine and Copperleaf physical information is very important for comparison. Monterey Pine height is 2,440.00 cm and width 300.00 cm whereas Copperleaf height is 240.00 cm and width 180.00 cm. The color specification of Monterey Pine and Copperleaf are as follows:
Monterey Pine flower color:
Monterey Pine leaf color: Dark Green
Copperleaf flower color: Red, Green and Copper
- Copperleaf leaf color: White, Yellow, Green, Purple, Orange, Chartreuse, Dark Green, Pink, Rose, Burgundy, Copper and Bronze
Care of Monterey Pine and Copperleaf
Care of Monterey Pine and Copperleaf include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Monterey Pine pruning is done Prune in late summer or fall and Remove dead or diseased plant parts and Copperleaf pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Monterey Pine needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Copperleaf needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.