Is Single-leaf Pinyon safe for pets?

Yes, Single-leaf Pinyon (Pinus Monophylla) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Single-leaf Pinyon easy to care for?

Single-leaf Pinyon has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full_sun light.

Can Single-leaf Pinyon grow indoors?

Single-leaf Pinyon is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Single-leaf Pinyon (Pinus Monophylla) is a perennial tree in the Pinaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Pinus monophylla is a small to medium-sized slow-growing pine tree native to North America, known for its single needle per fascicle and edible pine nuts.

Last updated: February 2026

Single-leaf Pinyon

Pinus Monophylla

Pinus monophylla is a small to medium-sized slow-growing pine tree native to North America, known for its single needle per fascicle and edible pine nuts.

Quick Facts

Type

tree

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

drought-tolerant

Light

Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

6-9

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:specimen tree, drought-tolerant landscaping, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Single-leaf Pinyon

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Pinaceae

Genus:Pinus