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The Strawberry tree is a perennial plant that can take the form of either a tree or a shrub, native to several regions including Albania, Algeria, and parts of France. Strawberry tree (Latin: Arbutus unedo) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Strawberry tree is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Strawberry tree is a member native to ALB, ALG, BAL, BUL, COR, and CYP. The Strawberry tree prefers well-draining soil with a light to medium texture and a slightly acidic pH, ranging from 5 to 5.5.
Strawberry tree grows best in USDA zone 7-11, 6/10 light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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