Thanks, that's it. Yes, it is a delicious fruit, and one I will
happily try again. Too bad I can't grow it, but zone 10 would be
hopeless even inside.
Ginda
zone 6, with freezing rain out the window.
On Feb 3, 2004, at 8:59 PM, Mark Lee wrote:
> I think it is probably Myrica rubra (Japanese Bayberry). This is a
> zone 10
> subtropical plant. Here is a link to a picture:
> http://community.webshots.com/photo/16152372/16604912CTOGpANgPc
>
> Another link
> http://www.actahort.org/books/321/321_10.htm
> says..."Its abundant juice plus a high sugar content in a good balance
> with
> moderate acids makes the fruit a delicious taste. It is also rich in
> vitamins content. In addition to fresh consumption, the fruit can also
> be
> processed into sweets, jam, juice and wine, or canned in syrup. "
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