Chinese Pistache

Basic Landscape Attributes

Height Range:

30-60 ft. height

Fall Colors:

Orange-red in fall

Width Range:

30 ft. spread

Flower Type:

Dark green foliage, Both male and female flowers grow in greenish to purplish clusters

Shape:

Round shape

History of
the Tree Species

Native to Mainland China and Taiwan.
Mostly planted as a street tree for its vibrant fall foliage and attractive fruit.

Oil from seeds used in biodiesel production in China
Wood can be used for furniture and produces a yellow dye
Also used in classical Chinese garden design
Though a part of the cashew family, does not produce nuts, but rather drupe fruit
Fruit is not edible for humans but enjoyed by birds and other wildlife
Galls (abnormal growths) found on trees have medicinal applications: astringent, expectorant, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory
Used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat several respiratory disorders
Used in Pakistan to treat hepatitis and liver disorders
Used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat dysentery, swelling, psoriasis, and rheumatism
Extracts from the tree bark have antioxidant properties

Location on tree on Shelby Ave: