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Prunus edentata

Family: Rosaceae


What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It can grow 18 m tall. The trunk is 25 cm across. The bark is dark grey. The leaves are shiny above and lighter green underneath. The fruit are oval and shiny and dark purple. They are edible.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded in Guangxi, China at 1,500 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


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