Pinyon Pine
Common Name: Pinyon Pine
Species Name: Pinus edulis
Family Name: Pinaceae
Examples of Pinyon Pine Pinus edulis
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | North America |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
| Susceptibility | None serious, but does have a difficult time in heavy soils or even in irrigated soils |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 10-foot diameter, 18-foot height
- Leaves: Fascicles of 2, 1-inch long
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Well-drained |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 4º |
| Notes | Slow growing; the edible Pine Nut comes from this species |