Pistacia vera (Pistachio) - Image 3

Botanical name: Pistacia vera

Common name: Pistachio

Family: Anacardiaceae

Origin: Western Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryEdible plantDeciduous plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Pistacia vera (Pistachio) green leaves on a branch close up of dense foliage
Pistacia vera (Pistachio) branches with compound green leaves and small ripening fruits visible


Learn more about