What is the state tree of new mexico?

Official State Tree of New Mexico. The piñon pine (pronounced "pinyon") grows very slowly and reaches 15-35 feet when mature. The seeds of the piñon pine tree (pine nuts) were collected by Native Americans for centuries and are also a food source for birds, bears and other wildlife. read more

Piñon Tree Pinaceae Pinus edulis. Leaf: Usually two needles per fascicle. Needles are coarse, thick, curved, blue-green or yellow-green, stiff, and one to two inches long. read more

Official State Tree of New Mexico New Mexico designated the piñon pine, or nut pine (Pinus edulis) as the official state tree in 1948. Sometimes called two-needle piñon, it is found mostly in New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, and Arizona. read more

Pinyon pine is the State Tree of New Mexico. Pinus resinosa is the scientific name of Pinyon pine and it is commonly known as Pinon pine. It is also known as the Colorado pinyon, pinyon pine, Rocky Mountain pinyon, and two-needle pinyon. Pinus are the genus of the Pinyon pine and P. edulis is its species. read more

Piñon Tree Pinaceae Pinus edulis. Leaf: Usually two needles per fascicle. Needles are coarse, thick, curved, blue-green or yellow-green, stiff, and one to two inches long. read more

The New Mexico Federation of Women's Clubs was asked to select the State Tree and the Piñon Pine proved to be their favorite. On March 16, 1949, the State Legislature officially adopted the Piñon Pine as the State Tree. read more