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Spanish Cherry, scientifically known as Mimusops elengi and belonging to the Sapotaceae family, is a deciduous tree native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, including regions such as Assam, India, Java, Sumatra, and various other islands like Borneo and Sulawesi. Spanish Cherry (Latin: Mimusops elengi) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Spanish Cherry is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Spanish Cherry is a member native to AND, ASS, BAN, BOR, EHM, and IND. Spanish Cherry thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Spanish Cherry grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun, partial sun/shade, full shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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