An encyclopedia article on the pine genus (Pinus) from the New International Encyclopedia. It covers botanical characteristics, classification, and the main North American, European, and Asian species, with their timber, resin, turpentine, and edible seeds. It includes photographs and drawings of pine species and needle groupings, and ends with a bibliography. Weaving is not covered; the article is only peripherally relevant to textile research, for example the mention of pine-needle fibre (pine wool, Waldwolle) used for upholstery stuffing.