Food Forests for Schools

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Spondias dulcis (Anacardiaceae)

• Perennial deciduous tree that grows up to 60 feet. Compound leaves are composed of around 20 pairs of yellow and green leaflets. Flowers are small and white. Fruits are oblong to oval and become yellow when ripe.
• Fruit can be eaten unripe or ripe, raw or cooked. Young leaves can be eaten raw, 用汤煮, or used medicinally for sore throats and inflammation.
• The fruit is a good source of pectin, iron, and vitamin C, among other nutrients.
• Best in well-drained soil.
• 充足的阳光.

For more information, please call:
305-558-4544,分机. 118
or Email Food Forest for Schools Program Manager