What are the morphological characteristics of the grey jujube? A detailed guide
Morphological characteristics of the grey jujube
The grey jujube tree has a round-headed crown and an open growth habit. Its perennial branches are greyish brown, while its extension shoots are brown. The bearing mother branches are relatively large, and the leaves are relatively small, oblong-ovate, with serrated margins and dark green color. The fruit is medium to large, long conical, with an average single fruit weight of 11.5 g, thin skin, thick flesh, crisp texture, and a sweet, fragrant flavor. Dried jujubes contain 77.3% sugar, and the edible portion accounts for 92%. It is a high-quality variety for fresh eating and drying. The plant is drought-tolerant and tolerant of poor, infertile soil.