Chinese pistache
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Chinese pistache
Pistacia chinensis
The Chinese pistache is a beautiful tree with bright green leaves that turn red and orange in fall. It grows tall and provides shade, making it a great tree for parks and gardens.
Habitat: Urban areas
Appearance
The Chinese pistache is a deciduous tree known for its dark green, compound leaves that transform into brilliant shades of red, orange, and yellow in autumn. It has attractive exfoliating bark and female trees produce small, round, red to blue-purple berry-like fruits.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSapindalesFamilyAnacardiaceaeGenusPistacia
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It can thrive even in tough city environments.
Its tiny fruits change color from red to blue-purple!
Male and female flowers grow on separate trees!
This tree is famous for its fiery autumn leaf show.
Special abilities
Ability
Drought Buster
Chinese pistache has deep roots that allow it to find water and thrive in very dry conditions.
Ability
City Survivor
Chinese pistache can withstand pollution and various soil types, helping it grow strong in urban areas.
Ability
Pest Shield
Chinese pistache has natural defenses that make it very resistant to most common pests and diseases.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 600-1800 cm
- Spread
- 600-1500 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.2-0.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Wind
Ecological connections
eats
American Robin
Turdus migratorius
consumes its small, colorful fruits.
eats
European Starling
Sturnus vulgaris
feeds on the tree's abundant drupes.
eats
White-tailed Deer
Odocoileus virginianus
browses on young leaves and twigs.
shelters
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Sciurus carolinensis
builds nests and hides in its branches.
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Broadleaf Tree
Broadleaf trees are angiosperms characterized by flat, wide leaves that are typically shed annually in temperate climates.
Fall Color
Fall color refers to the seasonal change in foliage pigmentation, primarily in deciduous plants, displaying vibrant hues.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always stay on paths when exploring around trees, and don't climb without an adult's help.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Chinese pistache?
600-1800 cm
How wide does Chinese pistache spread?
600-1500 cm
How big are the flowers on Chinese pistache?
0.2-0.5 cm
When does Chinese pistache bloom?
Spring
Is Chinese pistache edible?
No
Is Chinese pistache toxic?
None
What is Chinese pistache's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Chinese pistache pollinated?
Wind
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