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Tejocote
Crataegus baroussana

Family: Rosaceae


What it is like

A deciduous shrub. It is spreading. It grows 3 m high. The fruit are red and 25 mm across. They are edible.

There are 200 or more Crataegus species.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It suits hardiness zones 8-10.

Countries/locations it is found in

Britain, Central America, Europe, Mexico, North America, USA


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seed. The seed need cold treatment. Plants can also be grafted.


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