The role of pine trees

1. Ornamental effect

The pine tree is an evergreen tree with a very high ornamental value. It can be seen in urban greening, parks and other places. It can be used as a street tree or made into bonsai for viewing at home.

2. Industrial Role

Pine trees also have many uses in industry. Rosin and turpentine are important industrial raw materials and can be widely used in matches, rubber, adhesives, printing, soap making, papermaking, coatings, inks, plastics, and electricity.

3. Fuel Function

Pine branches, pine cones, pine needles, etc. can all be used as cooking fuel or incense.

4. Medicinal effects

Pine trees have a long history of being used as medicine. Pine needles, fruit shells, bark, pine seeds, turpentine, pine resin, and pine flowers can be used as medicine and can be extracted into medicine, but they should not be abused in daily life.

5. Edible Effect

Pine trees can also be used for food. Pine pollen and honey can be used to make pine cakes. Fresh pine needles, pine cones, and pine branches can also be used to make dishes or cooking condiments. Pine nuts are also the raw material for making candies and pastries. They are crispy and soft, and can also emit a subtle pine scent, which is loved and welcomed by people. Pine nuts are rich in protein, various minerals, vitamins, and fats.

6. Architectural decoration function

The wood of pine trees is of good quality, is strong, resistant to decay, tough and elastic, and can be used for construction, bridges, mine pillars, sleepers, etc.

7. Anti-insect and antiseptic effects

Rosin is a very useful preservative and insect repellent.