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Portuguese crowberry
Corema album

Family: Ericaceae


What it is like

A shrub. It grows 30 cm tall. The fruit are about 9 mm across.


Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant. It suits USDA hardiness zones 7-10. It grows in sand dunes and near the coast.

Countries/locations it is found in

Europe, Mediterranean, Portugal, Spain


How it is used for food

The fruit can be eaten raw or cooked.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


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