Arbutus unedo is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to the Mediterranean region and western Europe. It typically grows to a height of 5-10 meters (16-33 feet) and has a distinctive reddish-brown bark that peels off in thin flakes. The leaves are leathery, glossy, and dark green, with serrated edges, and the flowers are small and bell-shaped, pink or white in color. The fruit of the arbutus unedo is a red, round, or oblong berry, about 1-2 cm in diameter, with a rough, warty surface. The fruit is edible but has a bland, mealy taste and is usually eaten only after being fermented or made into a jam. Arbutus unedo is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage, flowers, and fruit.
