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Pink Indian Hawthorn

Rhaphiolepis indica

Photo by gatorfellows
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Field Notes

Description:

Indian Hawthorn or India Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis indica) is an evergreen shrub in the family Rosaceae. The species is from southern China, grown for its decorative pink flowers, and is popular in bonsai culture. The fruit is edible when cooked, and can be used to make jam.

Habitat:

Planted for its blooms and fruit in a wildlife habitat garden

Notes:

Note of CAUTION: The problem with Hawthorns in general is the pulp is mealy and the seeds have a bit of cyanide in them. However one can cook them with the seeds then filter the seeds out and use that syrup for jelly or syrup et cetera.

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