— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Terebinth (Pistacia terebinthus). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Terebinth, scientifically known as Pistacia terebinthus, is a shrub or small tree native to the Mediterranean region, including countries such as Albania, Algeria, Bulgaria, and Cyprus. Terebinth (Latin: Pistacia terebinthus) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Terebinth is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Terebinth is a member native to ALB, ALG, BAL, BUL, COR, and CYP. Terebinth prefers light to full sun and grows best in well-drained soils that are light (sandy) or medium textured.
Terebinth grows best in USDA zone 8-11, 8/10 light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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