Chinese Red Pine
Pinus tabuliformis
Pinus tabuliformis, commonly known as the Chinese white pine, is a traditional tree native to western China. While its use in traditional medicine has not been documented, it has shown promise in ecological studies. Research indicates that mixed plantations of Pinus tabuliformis and Quercus variabilis with orientalis showed higher soil nutrient concentrations and fungal diversity compared to monocultures; however, the long-term effects are still under investigation. Moderate thinning (30%) of Pinus tabuliformis plantations increased soil water content by 5.33-18.87% in both dry and normal years, but no significant changes were observed with pure stands. The ecological interactions between different vegetation types influenced nematode community structure and energy flow, with Pinus tabuliformis showing suppressed communities in smaller aggregates. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The bacterial community diversity peaked at intermediate reclamation stages in Pinus tabuliformis plantations, reflecting shifts in taxonomic composition and assembly mechanisms.
- The mixed plantation of Q. variabilis and P. orientalis showed higher soil nutrient concentrations and fungal diversity compared to monoculture, but long-term effects need confirmation.
- Moderate thinning (30%) increased soil water content by 5.33-18.87% in both dry and normal years compared to unthinned controls.
- Vegetation types influenced nematode community structure and energy flow, with Pinus tabuliformis showing suppressed communities in larger aggregates.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chinese Red Pine?
Chinese Red Pine (Pinus tabuliformis) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Chinese Red Pine?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Chinese Red Pine; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The bacterial community diversity peaked at intermediate reclamation stages in Pinus tabuliformis plantations, reflecting shifts in taxonomic composition and assembly mechanisms.
How strong is the evidence for Chinese Red Pine?
The strongest finding for Chinese Red Pine carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Chinese Red Pine safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Chinese Red Pine in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Chinese Red Pine interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Chinese Red Pine in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Chinese Red Pine?
Chinese Red Pine is also known as: Pin rouge de Chine.
Is Chinese Red Pine a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Vegetation and Soil Aggregates Shape Nematode Communities and Energy Flow on the Loess Plateau. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Responses of Soil Fungal Community Structure, Co-Occurrence Networks, and Functions to Different Oak-Dominated Mixed Plantations. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Moderate thinning enhances soil water and its temporal stability in Chinese pine plantations on the semi-arid Loess Plateau of China. literature abstract metadata
- T2 [Evolution of Soil Bacterial Community Assembly Mechanisms in Reclaimed Pinus tabuliformis Forests of Xishan Mining Area]. literature abstract metadata