Arbutus andrachne Grecian strawberry tree (Ericaceae) Evergreen tree

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Arbutus andrachne
Grecian strawberry tree
Evergreen tree
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The Arbutus andrachne plant species is found in S.E. Europe. W. Asia. It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Grecian strawberry tree.

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Latin Name:  Arbutus andrachne
Common Name:  Grecian strawberry tree
Family:  Ericaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  6   Mature Width:  6

Habitat:  Evergreen scrub and rocky slopes[45] on limestone, serpentine and igneous rocks in areas that are very dry in summer[184].

Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[2, 22, 46, 105, 183, K]. A luscious, juicy texture wth a sweet but insipid flavour[K]. Many people do not like eating more than a few of the raw fruits, though I find them very acceptable[K]. They make a good cooked fruit in preserves etc[K]. The fruit is about 15mm in diameter[200].

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