Pistacia Collection

Pistachio nut tree, Pistacia vera. Pistachiers. Handcoloured steel engraving from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle

Terebinth or turpentine tree, Pistacia terebinthus. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London

Pistachio, Pistacia vera
5855175 Pistachio, Pistacia vera; (add.info.: Pistachio, Pistacia vera. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieu's "Dictionary of Natural Science, " Florence, Italy)

Pistachio tree with nuts, Pistacia vera
5856557 Pistachio tree with nuts, Pistacia vera; (add.info.: Pistachio tree with nuts, Pistacia vera. Handcolored copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration by J. Schaly from G. T)

Mastic, Pistacia lentiscus
5855106 Mastic, Pistacia lentiscus; (add.info.: Mastic, Pistacia lentiscus. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Leaves and flowers of the chian tree or Cyprus turpentine tree, Pistacia terebinthus
5856617 Leaves and flowers of the chian tree or Cyprus turpentine tree, Pistacia terebinthus by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Leaves and flowers of the chian tree or Cyprus turpentine tree)

Turpentine orcharding in France. Worker on a ladder tapping the sap of a turpentine tree, Pistacia terebinthus. Lithograph from the Report of the Division of Forestry, US Department of Agriculture

Mastic, Pistacia lentiscus. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887

Fruits, nuts and berries, fruits en baies, fruits a noyau. Strawberry, Fragaria anannasa 1, raspberry, Rubus ideaus 1, 2, barberry, Berberis vulgaris 3, pistachio nut, Pistacia vera 4, and date

Mastic or lentisk, Pistacia lentiscus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell from Samuel Curtis Botanical Magazine, London, 1818

Tamarind and pistachio nut
Tamarind, Tamarindus indica, and pistachio nut, Pistacia vera. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1792

Cork oak tree and terebinth tree
Cork oak tree, Quercus suber 1, and terebinth or turpentine tree, Pistacia terebinthus 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder

American sweetgum and mastic tree
American sweetgum tree, Liquidambar styraciflua 1, and mastic tree, Pistacia lentiscus 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder

Mastic tree or lentisk, Pistacia lentiscus. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880

Mastic tree, Pistacia lentiscus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Guava; Jujube; Mangosteen; Litchi; Pistacia; Avocado Pear; Durio; Malay Apple; Akee Fruits and Nuts; Mango
6005404 Guava; Jujube; Mangosteen; Litchi; Pistacia; Avocado Pear; Durio; Malay Apple; Akee Fruits and Nuts; Mango (coloured engraving) by Fitch, W

Terebinth tree, Holy Land
Terebinth tree (Pistacia palaestina), Holy Land. The tree is mentioned several times in the Old Testament. Date: 1920s

Pistachio, Pistacia vera.. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837

Chopped Pistachio (Pistacia vera) nuts on an olive wood spoon

Picture No. 10899541
Mastic Trees (Pistacia lentiscus var chia) Date:

Picture No. 10899539
Mastic Trees (Pistacia lentiscus var chia ) Date:

Picture No. 10899540
Ancient Mastic trees (Pistacia lentiscus var chia) Date:

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Mastic Tree Flowers (Pistacia lentiscus var chia) Date:

Above view Pistachio nuts in shell, in a brown paper bag and shelled Pistachios

Pistacia vera, pistachio tree
Illustration from Pomona Italiana Vol 2 (1839) by Giorgio Gallesio (1772-1839). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Pistacia lentiscus, evergreen pistache

Pistacia Terebinthus
Turpentine Tree, or Mastic Tree, or Lentisc

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"Pistacia: A Nutty Delight and Holy Land Treasure" The pistachio nut tree, scientifically known as Pistacia vera, is a beloved source of the delectable pistachio nuts that have captured the hearts and taste buds of many. Native to Central Asia, this tree has been cultivated for centuries for its delicious and nutritious nuts. But there's more to Pistacia than just its tasty offerings. Another member of the Pistacia family is the terebinth or turpentine tree (Pistacia terebinthus), which holds great significance in the Holy Land. Its leaves and flowers are cherished for their aromatic properties and have been used in various cultural practices throughout history. In France, turpentine orcharding has become a thriving industry, with farmers cultivating these trees not only for their resin but also for their economic value. The cork oak tree often grows alongside the terebinth tree, creating a picturesque landscape that showcases nature's diversity. Pistacia lentiscus, commonly known as mastic or lentisk, is another notable member of this botanical family. This evergreen shrub produces resin that has been utilized in various industries such as medicine and cosmetics due to its unique properties. When exploring fruits en baies (fruits with stones) category, you'll find an interesting combination - tamarind and pistachio nut. These two flavors complement each other perfectly when incorporated into culinary creations or enjoyed separately as snacks. From limes to peppers to mammy apples - pistachios can be paired with an array of vibrant fruits to create delightful flavor combinations that tantalize your taste buds while providing essential nutrients. Whether it's enjoying a handful of roasted pistachios as a snack or savoring dishes infused with their distinct flavor profile, one thing remains certain – Pistacia offers us an abundance of natural wonders from nuts to resins that continue to captivate our senses and enhance our lives.