Pinus monophylla - Single-Leaf Pinyon (Plant) Size:1G Rare and a limited distribution

Rare and a limited distribution in California

In wetlands gather cattail pollen for golden pancakes

Or escaped where introduced in s OR

oak woodland

Pinus monophylla - Single-Leaf Pinyon (Plant) Size:1G Rare and a limited distributionBeautifully shaped, smaller pine common in the California deserts. Edible pine nuts. Slow growing, but very drought tolerant. Does well in rocky soils. Excellent for wildlife, especially birds. Plant Characteristics Family Name Pinaceae Species Name Pinus monophylla Common Name Single Leaf Pinyon Plant Type Tree Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color None Flowering Months None Evergreen