This tree is on the south side of the Grass Path.

Most commonly known as the Strawberry Tree, due to its red, berry-like fruit. Other names include Killarney Strawberry Tree or Irish Strawberry Tree. Also cain, or cane apple, from the Irish name for the tree caithne.

Native to the Mediterranean region, including its islands. As well as North Africa, southern Russia and the southwest of Ireland. But not the rest of the British Isles.

Natural habitat is mixed forests of ravines and river gorges, and on slopes in holm oak or oak forests, from sea level up to 800 to 1200 m.

Considered invasive in some areas.

Purchased from Gardening Express, London Road, Leigh On Sea, Essex. A gift of E Brown.

Widely used as an ornamental the tree because of its bright red berries, which resemble strawberries. The berries are edible fresh, but seldom consumed in that state. Best used for making jams and alcoholic beverages, as they bruise easily.

In Libya the roots are used to dye skin red.

Introduced into English gardens from Ireland in the 16th century.