Terebinto

The Terebinto o Pistacia terebinthus is rootstock for pistachio (Pistacia Vera). Used as an isolated tree or in group in a garden. Also in reforestation and landscape restorations for erosion control. Suitable for xeriscape and formation of wild hedges. It is antiinflammatory and astringent. Turpentine is extracted from this plant. Valuable plant to birds and small animals that feed on their fruits dispersing the seeds naturally.

Deciduous shrub up to 5m, with dark green leaves and reddish flowers. The fruit is pinkish and turns dark blue when ripe. Prefers dry and stony soils.

Dig a hole at least two or three times as wide and deep as the root ball. Take out the plant from the container and loosen roots to allow them to spread out in all direction. Cut possible broken roots. Mix the soil extracted with a substrate and fill part of the hole with the mixture obtained. Place the plant in the hole and cover with the remaining mixture. Compact the soil around the plant and water thoroughly.