Lacebark Pine

It is used as an ornamental plant in East Asian classical garden where it symbolizes longevity.

Pinus bungeana (English: Lacebark Pine; Chinese: ???) is a pine tree native to northeastern and central China. It is a slow-growing tree to 15-25 m tall. Its smooth, grey-green bark gradually sheds in round scales to reveal patches of pale yellow, which turn olive-brown, red and purple on exposure to light. More

Aspects of the topic lacebark pine are discussed in the following places at Britannica. Assorted References * tree bark (in tree (plant): Tree bark) ... More