Two billion-plus describes the number of trees in Scotland, according to Scotland's Trees, Woods and Forests, published with an introduction by Allan Wilson, Deputy Minister for Environment and Rural Development April 2, 2002. That number involves one of every 14.83 acres (6 hectares) in Scotland. Its total rises yearly since Scotland's new and replanted (from already harvested) woodlands increases by 24,710.54 acres (10,000 hectares) every year.
Scotland's national tree is the Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris). It is a native species with historical and cultural significance in Scotland. The Scots pine is known for its hardiness and ability to thrive in harsh climates.
The national flower of Scotland is a thistle.
The UK as a whole doesn't have a national emblem. However, England has a rose, Scotland a thistle and Wales a leek and daffodil.
No, a thistle is the national flower of Scotland.
Football is the national game of Scotland. Another game which is native to Scotland is Cabertossing.
Highland dress is regarded as Scotland's national dress.
National Museum of Scotland was created in 1866.
National Party of Scotland was created in 1928.
National Party of Scotland ended in 1934.
National Monument of Scotland was created in 1829.
National Theatre of Scotland was created in 2006.
National Trust for Scotland was created in 1931.