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Davidson's Plum
Davidsonia pruriens
Medium sized, dark purple fruit, very similar in appearance to a plum. The Davidson's Plum is unrelated to the common plum, but has a nice acid taste in its own right.
Seed Availability
Seeds are not available for the Davidson's Plum. Please visit our seed store to view current selections.
Description
Medium sized tree to about 30ft. Trees are slender, with huge ornamental leaves. Flowers are borne in stocks off of the trunk, followed by large clusters of fruits (often a hundred or more in a cluster).
Hardiness
Hardy to at least 32F.
Growing Environment
Plants need moderate water and seem to grow well in subtropical climates.
Propagation
By seeds.
Uses
Fruits can be eaten fresh, but they are most commonly used to make jams and wines.
Native Range
Native to rainforest regions of Australia.
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Related Species
Davidsoniaceae | |||
Davidsonia pruriens Davidson's Plum |