Pinus pinea
Stone pine
Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Pinus pinea.
Plant Properties
Growth conditions
Well-drained, Moist
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Full sun
Usage properties
Condiment, Seed
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.