Beach Pine, Lodge Pole Pine, Shore Pine
It is a temperate plant. It grows on a wide range of soils. It can grow in wet depressions. It regenerates after fire. Botanical Gardens Hobart. Melbourne Botanical Gardens. It suits hardiness zones 5-9.
Synonyms
- Pinus murrayana Balf.
Edible Portion
- Seeds, Wood, Bark, Gum
Where does Beach Pine grow?
Found in: Argentina, Australia, Britain, Canada, Falklands, Faroe Islands, North America, South America, Tasmania, United States
Notes: There are over 100 species of Pinus.
Growing Beach Pine, Lodge Pole Pine, Shore Pine
Cultivation: The cones can remain unopen of the forest floor for many years. The cones open after fire and the seeds then quickly germinate.
Edible Uses: The needles are used to make tea. The soft inner bark can be eaten. The seeds can be eaten. The gum is chewed.
Production: Seed production begins after 5-10 years and good crops occur every 1-3 years. Trees can live for 200 years.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - | - | - | - |
Beach Pine, Lodge Pole Pine, Shore Pine Photos
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