Arbutus unedo

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The Strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo) can grow up to 30-50 ft. It produces edible fruits with a pleasant taste. These small fruits can be used to make jams, liqueurs, and other deserts. With a higher content of antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins, these fruits can also be beneficial to your health.

The strawberry tree produces masses of beautiful white flowers in November and December. Its flowers attract butterflies, hummingbirds and other beneficial insects, making it an excellent choice for a wildlife garden. Since the fruit takes 12 months to ripen, the tree carries both mature fruit and flowers at the same time and is then incredibly beautiful.

With outstanding ornamental value and edible fruits, the strawberry tree is easy to grow in USDA zones 7-10, although in colder areas it's best grown in a pot. When growing in a pot, regular watering and fertilizing is essential. In addition, regular pruning is recommended to maintain a desirable shape.

Ardisia revoluta

This species of tree or shrub can get to measure up to 15ft of height. It grows preferably in the underbrush of the dry tropical forest, but also 0-5000ft is in humid forests.The leaves are simple and alternating, whole margin and grouped at the end of the small branch. They measure 10in in length approximately. Translucent points can be observed when the leaf against the light is put. When it is cut a leaf or a small branch is common that sap of black color is observed.Flowering with white flowers to pink. The fruits are dark mulberry color (almost black) when they are mature. They are eaten fresh.

Ardisia sieboldii, Ardisia formosana, Bladhia sieboldii

Ardisia sieboldii is a large shrub that can grow up to 5-10 ft tall. It is native to China, Japan and Formosa, and is grown in USDA Zone 5-8. It can be grown in full sun to semi-shade and requires moderate watering. The shrub has a large, thick foliage that is used as an ornamental plant in the garden. The leaves are dark green and leathery, and the flowers are white and off-white. It blooms in spring and summer and produces edible berries that form in early fall.

The Ardisia sieboldii, when grown in cold regions, can thrive as long as it is planted in a pot and proper care is provided. It is important to provide adequate drainage and to ensure the soil is kept moist for optimal growth. It can also benefit from applying a slow-release fertilizer during the fall and spring.

The Ardisia sieboldii produces a small red fruit that is edible and can be prepared and eaten in a variety of ways. Not only is it a tasty fruit, it also contains several vitamins and minerals and has a number of health benefits. For example, eating the fruit regularly can aid in digestion and can boost the immune system. The fruit can also be used to make jams, jellies and sauces, or it can be dried and used as a seasoning. One mature plant can produce up to 50 fruits, though the yield in colder regions will be lower.

Areca catechu, Areca triandra

An easily grown palm for both the tropics and warm sub-tropical areas (it is apparently cold sensitive). It prefers shade when young, although it does take full sun at quite a young age. It likes a moist, well drained soil, and doesn't like to dry out. This palm is the basis of a large industry in SE Asia, where the seed is chewed for its intoxicating properties, as well as its supposedly beneficial side effects, such as aiding digestion, and controlling internal parasites and dysentery.

Argania spinosa, Sideroxylon spinosus

Argania spinosa is a thorny tree from the arid and semi-arid regions of Morocco and Algeria.

Argan oil is used for dipping bread, on couscous, salads, and similar uses. The unroasted oil is traditionally used as a treatment for skin diseases, and has become favoured by European cosmetics manufacturers.