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Crataegus caesa

Family: Rosaceae


What it is like

A small tree. It grows 3 m high and spreads 3 m wide. The fruit are 2 cm across.

There are 200 or more Crataegus species.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It will grow in many kinds of soils and with various pH values. It is drought tolerant.

Countries/locations it is found in

North America (country/location of origin), USA


How it is used for food

The fruit can be eaten fresh or cooked.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seed. The seed need cold treatment. Plants can also be grafted.


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