Pinus monophylla - Single-Leaf Pinyon (Plant) Board Books Plant Characteristics Family Name Rhamnaceae

Plant Characteristics Family Name Rhamnaceae Species Name Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var

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Cold Hardy to 25 degrees F Distribution Varies Natural Habitat Varies

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Cold Hardy to Less than 15 degrees F Distribution Northern Channel Islands (except San Miguel Island) Natural Habitat Gravel

Pinus monophylla - Single-Leaf Pinyon (Plant) Board Books Plant Characteristics Family Name RhamnaceaeBeautifully 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