Pinus pinaster aka Maritime Pine

Pinus pinaster, also known as the maritime pine or cluster pine, is a hardy and fast-growing pine species that is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of southern Atlantic Europe and the western Mediterranean. It prefers a Mediterranean climate, with cool, rainy winters and hot, dry summers. Its natural range extends from Portugal and northern Spain to southern and western France, and east to western Italy, Croatia, northern Tunisia, Algeria, and northern Morocco. The species generally occurs at low to moderate altitudes, but can be found up to 2,000 m in the south of its range in Morocco. The high degree of fragmentation in its distribution is due to both the discontinuity and altitude of mountain ranges, as well as human activity. The species bears small seeds with large wings. In terms of cultivation, maritime pine is a rare houseplant that requires regular watering and well-draining soil. It thrives in long-lasting, direct light and should be placed less than a foot away from a window. Repotting is recommended each time the plant doubles in size, and additional fertilizers are typically not necessary. Maritime pine belongs to the Pinus genus and is native to France, Spain, and Portugal.