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Formosa firethorn, scientifically known as Pyracantha koidzumii, is a shrub native to Taiwan and commonly found in environments that receive full sun to partial shade. Formosa firethorn (Latin: Pyracantha koidzumii, family Rosaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Formosa firethorn is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Formosa firethorn is a member of the Rosaceae family native to TAI. Formosa firethorn thrives in full to partial sun, requiring moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Formosa firethorn grows best in USDA zone 7-10, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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