Loblolly pine is a fast‑growing conifer with long needles in bundles of three and relatively large cones. It forms straight trunks with an open crown when grown in stands.
Habitat and range
In Maryland, loblolly pine is especially common on the coastal plain, in plantations, and on old fields and sandy soils. It tolerates poor, acidic sites and is widely planted for timber and pulpwood.
Uses and significance
The wood is used for lumber, plywood, and pulp. Loblolly pine stands provide habitat for many bird species and are an important part of the coastal plain forest mosaic.