Mt. Atlas Mastic Tree

Pistacia atlantica, Anacardiaceae

Zones

8–11

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Sweet Thorn AcaciaVachellia karroo

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Arabian Dragon TreeDracaena serrulata

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

Thick-bark ThornVachellia pachyphloia

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Single-seed BroomRetama monosperma

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Wild Drumstick TreeMoringa peregrina

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

LeadwoodCombretum imberbe

Large tree species compete for canopy space and deep water resources in semi-arid conditions

Flexible MesquiteProsopis flexuosa

Pistacia species produce tannins and other compounds that can inhibit legume growth

Uses

Functions

Drought-Resistant Nut ProductionResin HarvestingWindbreak ProtectionErosion Control

Edible Parts

NutsResinYoung Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidRespiratory SupportAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Mt. Atlas Mastic Tree grow in?

Mt. Atlas Mastic Tree grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Mt. Atlas Mastic Tree?

Good companions for Mt. Atlas Mastic Tree include Sweet Thorn Acacia, Arabian Dragon Tree, Thick-bark Thorn, Single-seed Broom, Wild Drumstick Tree.

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