luchu pine; Okinawa pine
A pine species native to the Ryukyu Islands, often used in reforestation and as a timber tree.
The luchu pine is often seen near the coast in Okinawa.
Many luchu pines are planted in this park.
Standard kanji spelling for this tree species.
Katakana spelling, common in botanical contexts or when emphasizing the species name.
Named after the Ryukyu Islands (琉球) where it is native, combined with 松 (pine).