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The Grecian Strawberry Tree (Arbutus andrachne) is a small to medium-sized evergreen shrub or tree native to the Mediterranean region, including Albania, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Iraq, Lebanon-Syria, Palestine, and parts of Turkey. Grecian StrawberryTree (Latin: Arbutus andrachne) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Grecian StrawberryTree is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Grecian StrawberryTree is a member native to ALB, BUL, CYP, EAI, GRC, and IRQ. Grecian Strawberry Tree thrives in full sun and prefers well-draining soil that is light (sandy) or medium.
Grecian StrawberryTree grows best in USDA zone 7-10, full sun light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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