Article Nº 0202 Plant Vol. I · p. 123
Plum tree (Prunus domestica)
Original title: Ameixieira (Prunus domestica)
The plum tree, of Eastern origin, is widely cultivated in Madeira, the greengage being among the island's tastiest fruits.
A tree of the family Rosaceae, subfamily Prunoideae, widely cultivated in Madeira. It originates in the East and produces oblong or globular fruits, usually of excellent quality. The green plum or greengage (Rainha Cláudia) is one of the tastiest on the island. Dried plums are slightly laxative.
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