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Habitat and Distribution
Native to southern Greece (Crete) and southwestern Turkey (Datça Peninsula).
Description
Similar to Phoenix dactylifera in overall appearance but usually shorter, not over 15 m tall. The fruit is a small date with only a thin, sour-tasting flesh layer around the seed.
Photo Gallery
Magic Mtn., So. Cal.
Many Special Thanks to Ed Vaile for his long hours of tireless editing and numerous contributions.
