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Punica protopunica

Family: Lythraceae


What it is like

A small tree.


Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Middle East, Socotra, Yemen


How it is used for food

The thin pithy layer around the seeds are larger ripe fruit is eaten.

A minor food plant.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

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