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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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