Cotoneaster integrifolius
(Roxb.) G. Klotz.
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCotoneaster integrifolius, the entire-leaved cotoneaster, is a species of Cotoneaster that is a low growing shrub. It has been grown as an ornamental plant in gardens and public rock gardens. It has been introduced to Ireland, but has become naturalised. It produces a red berry-like pome fruit that are an important food source for birds that disperse the seeds in their droppings. They are sometimes grown as a hedge for home security.
Description
A temperate shrub in the Rosaceae family with edible fruit.
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Edible Uses
The fruit are eaten raw; they are described as bitter but sweet.
Traditional Uses
The fruit are eaten raw. They are bitter but sweet.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Himalayas, Nepal,
References (1)
- Bhattarai, S and Chaudary, R. P., 2009, Wild Edible Plants Used by the People of Manang District, Central Nepal. Ecology of Food and Nutrition, 48:1-20
