Key to the Gymnosperms of the Southeastern U.S. -
Key to the Pines (Pinus)
Seed cones sessile, or nearly sessile, 4-12 cm. long


Needles are in fascicles of 2 only; seed cones are 4-8 cm. (1 5/8 - 3 1/8 in.) long, and glossy, scales are often black beneath -
Austrian pine (Pinus nigra)

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At least some needles are in fascicles of 3; seed cones are 6-15 cm. (1/4 - 5 7/8 in.) long, and dull, scales are brown or dark brown beneath -
Loblolly pine (Pinus taeda)

   
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