Pinus pinea
Plant Details
Plant Properties
Layer:
Nut tree
Format:
Medium
Height:
10.00 m
Width:
10.00 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Leaf:
Evergreen
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
7-11
Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist
Permeable, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Sun
Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Condiment, Seed
Condiment, Seed
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Dye, Herbicide, Wood, Carbon farming
Dye, Herbicide, Wood, Carbon farming
Description
Pine nuts - raw or cooked. The oil-rich seeds have a soft texture with a subtle resin-like flavor. They make a delicious snack and can also serve as a main ingredient. They are often added to ice cream, cakes, puddings, and so forth. Additionally, they can be ground into powder and used as a thickening agent and flavoring in soups. With a size of up to 20 mm x 10 mm, the seeds are an important raw material in the pine nut trade. From the wood of the pine tree, a vanillin aroma is released as a byproduct of other resins. Young pine cones can also be ground into powder and used as a flavoring.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/10
End of Harvest:
01/04
Crown Data
Crown Type:
Breed Piramidaal
Crown Density:
Dichte kroon
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Oenothera biennis Evening Primrose |
Provides herbs that attract beneficial pollinators and help in pest control. |
|
Alliaria petiolata Garlic mustard |
Offers ground cover and improves soil structure, reducing erosion. |
|
Prunus avium Sweet cherry |
Creates a diverse ecosystem, boosts fruit production through cross-pollination. |
|
Amelanchier alnifolia Serviceberry |
Provides attractive flowers and berries, which support wildlife and attract pollinators. |
|
Potentilla anserina Silverweed |
Improves pest management by providing habitat for beneficial insects. |