The Ponderosa PINE is a species of PINE tree native to western North America. It is one of the most widely distributed PINE species in North America, and can be found from British Columbia to New Mexico. The Ponderosa PINE is a large coniferous tree, reaching heights of up to 80 feet and a trunk diameter of up to 3 feet. It is an important source of timber and is also used for landscaping and erosion control.