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Wild Loquat, scientifically known as Uapaca kirkiana and belonging to the Sapotaceae family, is a tree native to Angola, Burundi, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia, Zaïre, and Zimbabwe. Wild Loquat (Latin: Uapaca kirkiana, family Sapotaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Wild Loquat is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Wild Loquat is a member of the Sapotaceae family native to ANG, BUR, MLW, MOZ, TAN, and ZAM. Wild Loquat thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that is light or medium in texture.
Wild Loquat grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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