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			File:Pinus_pinea_Wellington_Botanic_Gardens.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Umbrella_Pine.jpg\|Umbrella Pine
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			File:Pinus_pinea_-_cone_-_Flickr_-_S._Rae.jpg\|Stone pine cone
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	~~'''~~Stone Pine~~'''~~		{{Short description\|An overview of the Stone Pine tree and its uses}}

	The '''[[Stone Pine]]''' (''Pinus pinea''), also known as the '''Italian Stone Pine''', '''Umbrella Pine''' ~~and~~ '''Parasol Pine''', is a ~~tree from the [[Pine family\|Pinaceae]] family that is~~ native to the [[Mediterranean region]]. It is ~~a species of [[pine]] that is widely cultivated~~ for its [[pine nuts]]~~, which are commonly used in cooking and baking~~.		==Overview==
			The '''Stone Pine''' (''Pinus pinea''), also known as the '''Italian Stone Pine''', '''Umbrella Pine''', or '''Parasol Pine''', is a species of pine native to the Mediterranean region. It is renowned for its distinctive umbrella-like canopy and its edible seeds, commonly known as [[pine nuts]].

	== Description ==		==Description==
			The Stone Pine is a medium-sized tree that typically grows to a height of 12–20 meters, although it can occasionally reach up to 25 meters. The tree is characterized by its broad, flat-topped crown, which resembles an umbrella, hence its common name. The bark is thick, reddish-brown, and deeply fissured.

	The Stone Pine ~~is a coniferous evergreen tree that can grow up to 20~~-~~35 m in height. The bark is thick, scaly~~, ~~and deeply fissured. The leaves, or needles, are~~ in pairs~~, very slender~~, and ~~10-20~~ cm ~~long~~. The cones are ~~broad,~~ ovoid, ~~8-15~~ cm ~~long~~, and take ~~two to three years~~ to mature. ~~The~~ seeds, or pine nuts~~, are large, 2 cm long, and edible~~.		The leaves of the Stone Pine are needle-like, arranged in pairs, and measure about 10–20 cm in length. The cones are ovoid, measuring 8–15 cm in length, and take about 36 months to mature. When mature, the cones release the seeds, which are the edible pine nuts.

	== Distribution ~~and Habitat~~ ==		==Habitat and Distribution==
			Stone Pines are native to the coastal areas of the Mediterranean Basin, including [[Portugal]], [[Spain]], [[France]], [[Italy]], and [[Greece]]. They thrive in sandy, well-drained soils and are often found in coastal dunes and rocky hillsides. The tree is well adapted to the Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.

	The Stone Pine ~~is native to the Mediterranean region~~, ~~stretching from [[Portugal]] and [[Spain]]~~ in ~~the west to [[Turkey]] and [[Lebanon]] in the east~~. ~~It is also found~~ in ~~North Africa~~, ~~in countries such as~~ [[~~Morocco~~]], ~~[[Algeria]]~~, and ~~[[Tunisia]]~~. ~~The tree is adapted to~~ a ~~Mediterranean climate~~, ~~with hot~~, ~~dry summers~~ and ~~mild, wet winters~~.		==Uses==
			===Culinary===
			The seeds of the Stone Pine, known as pine nuts, are a popular ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine. They are used in a variety of dishes, including [[pesto]], salads, and baked goods. Pine nuts are valued for their rich, buttery flavor and high nutritional content, being a good source of protein, healthy fats, and essential minerals.

	== ~~Cultivation and Uses~~ ==		===Ornamental===
			Due to its distinctive shape and aesthetic appeal, the Stone Pine is widely planted as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens. It is also used in [[landscaping]] for its ability to provide shade and its resistance to drought and poor soil conditions.

	~~The~~ Stone ~~Pine has been widely cultivated for its edible pine nuts since prehistoric times~~. ~~The nuts are a staple~~ food ~~in the Mediterranean diet and are used in a variety of dishes~~, including ~~[[pesto]], salads,~~ and ~~baked goods~~. The ~~tree is~~ also ~~grown for ornamental purposes, particularly~~ in coastal areas ~~and in cities for its aesthetic appeal and shade~~.		===Ecological===
			Stone Pines play an important role in their native ecosystems. They provide habitat and food for various wildlife species, including birds and small mammals. The trees also help stabilize sandy soils and prevent erosion in coastal areas.

	== ~~Conservation Status~~ ==		==Cultivation==
			Stone Pines are relatively easy to cultivate, provided they are planted in well-drained soil and receive full sunlight. They are tolerant of drought and can withstand poor soil conditions, making them suitable for xeriscaping. However, they are sensitive to frost and should be protected from cold temperatures.

	~~The Stone~~ Pine ~~is not currently considered to be at risk of extinction. However, like many tree species, it faces threats from habitat loss, climate change, and pests and diseases.~~		==Related pages==
			* [[Pine nut]]
			* [[Mediterranean Basin]]
			* [[Pesto]]
			* [[Xeriscaping]]

	~~== See Also ==~~		[[Category:Pinus\|Pinea]]
			[[Category:Trees of Mediterranean climate]]
	* [[~~Pine]]~~
	* [[Pine nuts]]
	* [[Mediterranean region]]

	~~== References ==~~

	~~<references />~~

	~~== External Links ==~~

	* [http:~~//www.iucnredlist.org/details/42392/0 IUCN Red List - Stone Pine~~]
	* [http://www.conifers.org/pi/pin/pinea.php Gymnosperm Database - Stone Pine]

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	~~[[Category:Pines~~]]
	[[Category:Edible nuts and seeds]]		[[Category:Edible nuts and seeds]]
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	~~File:Pinus_pinea_Wellington_Botanic_Gardens.jpg\|Stone pine~~
	~~File:Umbrella_Pine.jpg\|Stone pine~~
	~~File:Pinus_piena_near_Pisa,_Italy.jpg\|Stone pine~~
	~~File:Pinus_pinea_-_cone_-_Flickr_-_S._Rae.jpg\|Stone pine~~
	~~File:Pinus_pinea_Doñana_1.jpg\|Stone pine~~
	~~File:Appia_Antica_way.jpg\|Stone pine~~
	~~File:Pinus_pinea_foliage.jpg\|Stone pine~~
	~~File:Pinus_Pinea_juvenile.JPG\|Stone pine~~
	~~File:Pinuspinea.jpg\|Stone pine~~
	~~File:Pinus_pinea_Bayonne.jpg\|Stone pine~~
	~~File:Appia_antica_2-7-05_048.jpg\|Stone pine~~
	~~File:Pines_-_Villa_Borghese_-_Rome,_Italy_-_DSC04555.jpg\|Stone pine~~
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'''Stone Pine'''

The '''[[Stone Pine]]''' (''Pinus pinea''), also known as the '''Italian Stone Pine''', '''Umbrella Pine''' and '''Parasol Pine''', is a tree from the [[Pine family|Pinaceae]] family that is native to the [[Mediterranean region]]. It is a species of [[pine]] that is widely cultivated for its [[pine nuts]], which are commonly used in cooking and baking.

== Description ==

The Stone Pine is a coniferous evergreen tree that can grow up to 20-35 m in height. The bark is thick, scaly, and deeply fissured. The leaves, or needles, are in pairs, very slender, and 10-20 cm long. The cones are broad, ovoid, 8-15 cm long, and take two to three years to mature. The seeds, or pine nuts, are large, 2 cm long, and edible.

== Distribution and Habitat ==

The Stone Pine is native to the Mediterranean region, stretching from [[Portugal]] and [[Spain]] in the west to [[Turkey]] and [[Lebanon]] in the east. It is also found in North Africa, in countries such as [[Morocco]], [[Algeria]], and [[Tunisia]]. The tree is adapted to a Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.

== Cultivation and Uses ==

The Stone Pine has been widely cultivated for its edible pine nuts since prehistoric times. The nuts are a staple food in the Mediterranean diet and are used in a variety of dishes, including [[pesto]], salads, and baked goods. The tree is also grown for ornamental purposes, particularly in coastal areas and in cities for its aesthetic appeal and shade.

== Conservation Status ==

The Stone Pine is not currently considered to be at risk of extinction. However, like many tree species, it faces threats from habitat loss, climate change, and pests and diseases.

== See Also ==

* [[Pine]]
* [[Pine nuts]]
* [[Mediterranean region]]

== References ==

<references />

== External Links ==

* [http://www.iucnredlist.org/details/42392/0 IUCN Red List - Stone Pine]
* [http://www.conifers.org/pi/pin/pinea.php Gymnosperm Database - Stone Pine]

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	[[Category:Trees of Mediterranean climate]]		[[Category:Trees of Mediterranean climate]]
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			<gallery>
			File:Pinus_pinea_Wellington_Botanic_Gardens.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Umbrella_Pine.jpg\|Umbrella Pine
			File:Pinus_piena_near_Pisa,_Italy.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Pinus_pinea_-_cone_-_Flickr_-_S._Rae.jpg\|Stone pine cone
			File:Pinus_pinea_Doñana_1.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Appia_Antica_way.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Pinus_pinea_foliage.jpg\|Stone pine foliage
			File:Pinus_Pinea_juvenile.JPG\|Stone pine juvenile
			File:Pinuspinea.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Pinus_pinea_Bayonne.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Appia_antica_2-7-05_048.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Pines_-_Villa_Borghese_-_Rome,_Italy_-_DSC04555.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:0_Pin_remarquable_de_la_villa_Médicis_à_Rome_(1).JPG\|Stone pine
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			File:Pinus_pinea_Wellington_Botanic_Gardens.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Umbrella_Pine.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Pinus_piena_near_Pisa,_Italy.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Pinus_pinea_-_cone_-_Flickr_-_S._Rae.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Pinus_pinea_Doñana_1.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Appia_Antica_way.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Pinus_pinea_foliage.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Pinus_Pinea_juvenile.JPG\|Stone pine
			File:Pinuspinea.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Pinus_pinea_Bayonne.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Appia_antica_2-7-05_048.jpg\|Stone pine
			File:Pines_-_Villa_Borghese_-_Rome,_Italy_-_DSC04555.jpg\|Stone pine
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