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Loquat
Eriobotrya japonica
The Loquat, or "Japanese Plum", can be found during the late spring and early summer. Fun fact: the syrup that is extracted from the tree of the loquat is commonly used as a ingredient in cough drops, as it helps soothe sore throats.
Check out some of the other fruits that can be found on our Edible Fruit Trail:
| Late Winter/Early Spring | Late Spring/Early Summer | Late Summer/Early Fall | Late Fall/Early Winter |
| Blueberry | Peach | Variegated lemon | |
| Pummelo | Loquat | Plum | Buddha's Hand |
| Pear | Kumquat | ||
| Apricot | Persimmon | ||
| Persimmon | Jujube | ||
| Mulberry | Pummelo | ||
| Grape | Avocado | ||
| Blackberry | Pomegranate | ||
| Apple |