kauranjyvien
Kauranjyvien, also known as *Pinus sylvestris* seeds, are the edible nuts produced by the Scots pine (*Pinus sylvestris*), a coniferous tree native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. These small, winged seeds are encased in a woody cone, which typically matures and opens in late autumn to release the seeds. Kauranjyvien have been a traditional food source in many cultures, particularly in Finland, where they are known as *metsäpähkinä* (forest nuts).
The seeds are rich in nutrients, containing healthy fats, protein, vitamins (such as vitamin E and B-complex
Harvesting kauranjyvien involves collecting mature cones from the ground after they have fallen from the tree.
Beyond their culinary uses, Scots pine seeds have ecological significance, aiding in the regeneration of pine