What is another word for Pinus Contorta?
Pronunciation: [pˈɪnəs kəntˈɔːtə] (IPA) 
Pinus contorta is a species of pine tree commonly known as lodgepole pine. It is widely distributed across Western North America, including Alaska, Canada, and the U.S. states of California, Montana, and Wyoming. Some synonyms for this species include twisted pine, shore pine, scrub pine, and contorta pine. The name "twisted pine" refers to the tree's distinctive twisted cones, while "shore pine" is used for the variety that is found along the Pacific coast. "Scrub pine" is a common name used in the east for the species and "contorta pine" is a Latin name that describes the twisted nature of its branches.
