Parry's jujube
Ziziphus parryi
Family: Rhamnaceae
What it is like
A shrub.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Mexico, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten fresh. They are also dried and ground into flour and made into porridge. The kernel of the nut is leached and ground into flour.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Condalia parryi (Torr.) Weberb.;