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Karonda

Carissa carandas

a.k.a. Bengal Currant

Small fruit resembling a purple grape, with a berry-like flavor.

Seed Availability

Seeds are now available at our seed store.

Description

Medium sized vine-like shrub that will climb if given support. Plants are salt tolerant and can be trained into hedges.

Hardiness

The karanda is fairly hardy and will survive to 25F.

Growing Environment

Unknown.

Propagation

By seed, or via budding and air-layering.

Uses

Eaten fresh or used to make preserves.

Native Range

Native to India.

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