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Hairy Barberry
Berberis tomentosa

Family: Berberidaceae


What it is like

A shrub. It loses its leaves during the year.

There are about 450-500 Berberis species.


Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows in shrub land between 3,000-3,500 m above sea level. It grows in light shade and moist soil.

Countries/locations it is found in

Chile, Peru, South America


How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten raw or cooked.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


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