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. Evergreen foliage. Flowers appear in summer and fruit in autumn. They are edible. They are used to make jam, for example. It should be planted in sunny, well-drained soil. It tolerates drought well.