Martinez pinon
Pinus maximartinezii

Family: Pinaceae

What it is like

A tree. It grows 5-10 m high. The trunk is 40-50 cm across. It branches low. The trunk is often curved or twisted. The bark breaks into 10 cm square plates. The seeds are in groups of 5. The seeds can be 2.5 cm long.

There are over 100 species of Pinus. It is an endangered species.

Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. Arboretum Tasmania.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia, Central America, Mexico, North America, Tasmania

How it is used for food

The seeds are sold in local markets.

Edible parts

Seeds, nuts

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Martinez pine, Maxipinon

Synonyms

Pinus cembroides var. maximartinezii;