pine pollen
Springtime yellow powder
Pine pollen is the fine yellow powder released by male pine cones in spring, carried by wind to fertilize female cones.
It coats cars, decks, and outdoor surfaces in visible layers during pollination season: Everything outside is covered in pine pollen.
Pine pollen is sold as a health supplement, marketed for its supposed hormonal and nutritional benefits.
- allergenImmune response trigger
- allergy seasonPeak pollen exposure period
- yellowHue between green and orange
- dustFine settled particles
- treesWoody plants with trunks
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