Eriobotrya japonica (Loquat or Japanese Plum)
Botanical Information
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Eriobotrya |
| Species | japonica |
| Category | Tropicals, Woody |
| Type | Tree (evergreen) |
| Origin | Native of China: Hubei Province. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Edible fruit. |
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Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8b - 9a |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 8b |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -10 to -5 |
| Temperature (°F) | 14 - 23 |
| Height | 6-10 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | September, October, November |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | Easily germinated from the fruits large brown seeds. |
| Cultivation | Tolerant of most soil types except those that are poorly drained or heavily alkaline. Plant in a location protected from strong winds. Protect from frost. |
| Habitat | Easily grown in fertile soil, partial shade. |
| Leaf Description | Stiff, evergreen, 30 cm long, deeply veined on the upper surface, with short hairs on the underside resembling felt. |
| Flower Description | Flowers emit a vanilla scent. |
| Fruit Description | Fruit taste like a mild blend of citrus, peach and plum. It is yellow to orange in colour and ripens in winter. It contains several large brown seeds. |
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