Topic summary
Macedonian pine
Extracted from the Wikipedia article Pinus peuce.
Cultivation and uses
Macedonian pine is one of the most valuable conifer species in the Balkan Peninsula. Its durable wood is highly valued in construction, furniture production, wood-carving and cooperage. The tree is also exceptionally good at adapting to severe mountain climate conditions, which makes it a valuable species for afforestation on high terrain for protection against erosion. The local population use P. peuceresin to cure wounds, pectoral, skin and stomach diseases, varicose veins and other illnesses.