Parry pinyon
Pinus x quadrifolia
Family: Pinaceae
What it is like
A natural hybrid plant.
There are over 100 species of Pinus. The seeds are 11% protein, 37% fat and 44% carbohydrate,.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Central America, Mexico, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The seeds are eaten.
They are an important food in Baja California, Mexico.
Edible parts
Seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Pinus cembroides var. parryana Voss; Pinus parryana Engelm., nom. illeg.