Summary: Arbutus canariensis is a tree in the Ericaceae family.

Botanical name: Arbutus canariensis S.Veillard ex Duhamel Family: Ericaceae Origin: Canary Islands Common name: strawberry tree Hardiness: -10°C IUCN Red List: NT (near threatened) Arbutus canariensis is a fruit tree in the Ericaceae family native to the Canary Islands in Spain. In the wild, it can reach 15 meters in height, more commonly 4-5 meters. The reddish bark peels off. Foliage is evergreen. Flowers appear in summer and fruit in autumn. They are edible. They can be made into jam, for example. It should be planted in sunny, well-drained soil. It tolerates drought well.