See also : [[Proanthocyanidin]]<br>
Botanical Name of Maritime Pine: Pinus pinaster, Pinus maritima.
Other Common Names: Maritime pine, cluster pine, pinheiro bravo, pi maritim, pi pinastre, pino maritimo, pino resinero, pino rodeno., Pycnogenol®
==Special Precautions of Pine Bark==
Toxicology studies show that there is no danger of toxicity from maritime pine bark when used in normal dosages. However the bark extract is very concentrated and should never be taken above the recommended dose levels. Toxicology studies show that acute toxicity may occur in a 75 kg adult male at a dose level of approximately 336,000 mg or more than 250 times the recommended dose. Some people report mild problems such as headache, nausea, and upset stomach. Pine bark extract is not recommended for pregnant or breast-feeding women, due to lack of scientific evidence for its safety.