Puebla Tejocote (Crataegus Mexicana)

Tejocote fruit, is the common name for pome fruits belonging to the Rosaceae family. Tejocote are a species of Mexican hawthorn native to Mexico. The plant produces tiny, apple-like fruits that ripen from October to the end of January. They are typically incorporated into culinary dishes, holiday candies, punches, and sauces. They can also be grow as a tree or shrub and can reach 13 to 29' in height. A great addition to a home garden as an ornamental and culinary shrub/tree.