Pinus monophylla aka Nut Pine

Taxonomy

Genus Pinus Family Pinaceae Order Pinales Class Pinopsida Phylum Tracheophyta
Pinus monophylla, also known as the single-leaf pinyon or piñon, is a unique pine tree native to North America. It can be found in a range of states, including southernmost Idaho, western Utah, Arizona, southwest New Mexico, Nevada, eastern and southern California, and northern Baja California. This type of pine is the world's only one-needled pine and is a small to medium-sized tree that can grow up to 20 meters tall with a trunk diameter of up to 80 centimeters. Its bark is furrowed and scaly, and its leaves are usually single, 4-6 centimeters long, and grey-green to strongly glaucous blue-green. Pinus monophylla is often found in extensive open woodlands, forming a part of the Pinyon-juniper woodland plant community, and is typically mixed with junipers. It can grow at moderate altitudes ranging from 1,200 to 2,300 meters, with some instances occurring as low as 950 meters and as high as 2,900 meters. The cones of the single-leaf pinyon are acute-globose, the largest of the true pinyons, 4.5-8 centimeters long and broad when closed, green at first, and ripening yellow-buff when 18-20 months old. The cones grow over a two-year cycle, allowing newer green and older, seed-bearing or open brown cones to coexist on the tree at the same time. On the other hand, the One-Leaved Nut Pine is a rare houseplant that also belongs to the Pinus genus and is native to Western North America. It requires regular watering to thrive and prefers long-lasting, direct light, less than 1 foot from a window. This houseplant likes soil that is well-draining and may not need added fertilizers if repotted each time it doubles in size.

Common names

Nut Pine, Singleleaf Pinyon Pine, Singleleaf Pine, One Leaf Pine, One Leaf Pinyon

How to care for Nut Pine

Difficulty

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Nut Pine due to its easy-going nature.

Water

Nut Pine should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Nut Pine loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

Nut Pine thrives in bright and direct sunlight. To ensure your plant receives enough light to survive, place it less than one foot from a window. The current weather in your area may affect the placement in your home. For example, if you live in a region that has longer and more intense periods of sunlight, then you may want to place the plant farther away from the window to avoid direct sunlight and reduce the risk of sunburn. Alternatively, if you live in a region with relatively milder temperatures and less intense sunlight, then you may be able to place the plant closer to the window for increased exposure. Ultimately, the current weather in your area should be taken into consideration when determining the best placement for your Singleleaf Pine.

Toxicity

The toxicity level of this plant has not been officially confirmed by Ploi. If there is a possibility of ingestion of plant material with an uncertain toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is advisable to seek the assistance of a medical professional.

Fertilizer

The growth rate of Nut Pine is slow and it doesn't necessitate additional fertilizing. By changing the soil in its pot annually, the plant should be provided with adequate nutrition. It is crucial to keep in mind that plants derive their energy from the sun, not fertilizers.

Region of origin

Nut Pine’s native range is Western N. America - Utah to Nevada, Arizona and California.

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