terebinth (Pistacia terebinthus)
Pistacia terebinthus, or Terebinth, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the Mediterranean. It has pinnate foliage, small fruits, and is highly drought-tolerant.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Low
Soil
Well-drained, tolerant of poor, rocky, and calcareous soils.
Temperature
Tolerant of wide range, hardy to -10°C
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Rarely needed
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade
Low
Drought-tolerant once established
Well-drained, tolerant of poor, rocky, and calcareous soils.
Tolerant of wide range, hardy to -10°C
Outdoor
Rarely needed
Only if soil is very poor
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Ornamental, Medicinal, Fruit
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-10 m
Spread
2-6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter deciduous
Leaf Color
Green, Red
Leaf Type
Pinnate
Flower Size
2-3 mm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderSapindales
- familyAnacardiaceae
- genusPistacia
- speciesPistacia terebinthus
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
The fruits are edible. The resin can be an irritant or allergen for some individuals, but the plant is not generally considered poisonous upon ingestion.