Ziziphus reticulata
(Vahl) DC.
Reticulate jujube
Rhamnaceae Edible: Fruit
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Description
A tropical tree in the Rhamnaceae family that produces edible fruit.
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Edible Uses
The fruit are eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Antilles, Central America, Dominican Republic, Haiti*, Hispaniola, Lesser Antilles, Puerto Rico, South America, Virgin Islands, West Indies*,
Synonyms
Paliurus reticulatus VahlSarcomphalus reticulatus (Vahl) Urb.
Also Known As
Azufaito, Coque molle, Jujubier
References (3)
- Grandtner, M. M., 2008, World Dictionary of Trees. Wood and Forest Science Department. Laval University, Quebec, Qc Canada. (Internet database http://www.wdt.qc.ca)
- Hedrick, U.P., 1919, (Ed.), Sturtevant's edible plants of the world. p 707
- Plants of Haiti Smithsonian Institute http://botany.si.edu/antilles/West Indies
