Chinese plum

Overview

Chinese plum is a small deciduous tree native to East Asia. It is widely cultivated for its edible fruits. The tree's dark green leaves are divided into glossy narrow-pointed leaflets with toothed edges. The plant typically produces small white flowers with five sepals and petals. When ripe, its 6–8 millimeter round fruits are purplish-black in color. The juicy and tender fruit can be eaten either fresh or dried. Not only are its fruits edible, but its bark, leaves, and even roots yield medicinal benefits. Chinese plums have long been used for centuries in Asian traditional medicine.

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