Feb 22, 2025 · Loquats (Eriobotrya japonica) are subtropical evergreen fruits native to southeastern China, where they’ve been cultivated for over 2,000 years. Belonging to the rose family, they spread across Asia, the Mediterranean, and the Americas, thriving in …

The loquat (Eriobotrya japonica, Chinese: 枇杷; Pinyin: pípá) [2] is a large evergreen shrub or tree grown commercially for its orange fruit. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Jul 10, 2024 · The loquat tree (Eriobotrya japonica) is a beautiful ornamental evergreen tree that produces delicious golden-orange fruit. Unlike other stone fruits, loquats are harvested in the spring after the tree has put on a show with stunning, …

Jun 19, 2021 · Large clusters of attractive fruit stand out against the dark green, tropical-looking foliage and add to the tree's visual appeal. Learn more about growing and caring for a loquat tree to see if this interesting addition would make a suitable option for you.

Oct 27, 2016 · Loquat, Eriobotrya japonica, also called Japanese medlar and Japanese plum, is an evergreen shrub in the family Rosaceae that is native to China and Japan. It is valued for its coarse dark green foliage that adds textural interest to the landscape.

Dec 17, 2024 · The loquat tree (Eriobotrya japonica) is an evergreen tropical tree that produces sweet, delicious fruit. In the right conditions, it's an excellent tree to grow.

Loquat is clothed in stunning panicles of fragrant white star-shaped flowers with tan eyes at the ends of the branches from late fall to late winter. It has attractive dark green foliage with grayish green undersides which emerges brick red in spring.

May 29, 2023 · The loquat is a pretty evergreen tree that bears delicious fruits in winter to spring. Learn how to grow and care for it in our guide on Gardener’s Path.

Jan 24, 2024 · The loquat tree is a popular choice for gardeners that want an attractive, fruit-bearing tree in their garden. The loquat is a distant relative to the rose. The plant produces small fruits that taste like a blend of citrus, peach, and mango – and are utterly delicious.

Jan 16, 2025 · The loquat tree grows quickly, taking only three years to mature and start bearing fruit. Here is how to plant and care for it.