Sclerocarya birrea subsp. Caffra or Marula is a deciduous fruit bearing tree, native to northerly South Africa. Fruit is edible, succulent and fragrant and is consumed fresh or processed; yielding delicious jellies, jams and juices. It also provides a significant source of vitamin C and the kernel Inside the stone is a little, tasty white nut, highly nutritious that is consumed as it is or blended with vegetables.
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Actinidia kolomikta or Arctic Beauty Kiwi, is a woody fruit bearing vine native to . Fruit is edible with a tangy, almost strawberry-like flavor. Fruits are a better source of vitamin C than oranges.
Elaeocarpus grandis or Quandong is a fruit bearing tree native to Australia. Fruit is edible, it can be used to produce jams, pies and jellies. Additionally, the kernels in fruit are actually good eating if slightly roasted.
Arbutus canariensis or Canary Strawberry Tree, is an evergreen, fruit bearing tree, native to warm mild regions of the Mediterranean, Western Europe, and North America. Fruit is bright orange-red and edible.
Sambucus canadensis or Elderberry, is a fruiting plant indigenous to North and Central America. Fruit is edible and juicy used for making jam, jelly, pies, juice, and elderberry wine but they should not be consumed unless they are cooked first.
Rubus ursinus x idaeus or Boysenberry is fruit bearing plant crossbred between a blackberry, a raspberry, and a loganberry in California, USA. Fruit is edible with rich sweet tart flavor, eaten fresh or made into sweets, jams and drinks.



