Summer holly (Comarostaphylis diversifolia) is a Southern California native and also an evergreen. It displays white flowers in spring that become a profusion of very small, inedible, red berries in late spring to summer that draw wildlife.

As a reminder on berries you can and can’t eat:

Technically, it is only the seed that is toxic: The flesh, itself of the red berry (actually classified as an “aril”) is not. But any berries with toxic seeds are essentially “poisonous berries,” since eating the berries means exposing yourself to the seeds.

Poisonous Berry Trees and Shrubs Although many species of deciduous trees produce edible berries, most evergreen fruits are toxic to humans. Red baneberry (Actaea rubra), for example, has fleshy, red berry clusters on low-growing stems. Red sage berries are highly toxic and eating them may be fatal.

Tucked among the foliage and grass, they look very much like strawberries, only much smaller and a deeper red. They probably are the fruits of wild strawberry plants (Fragaria spp.) that have been making their way into your yard for quite some time.

Called woodland strawberry, alpine strawberry, and european strawberry, wild strawberries are perhaps the easiest wild fruit to domesticate. While the wild plants send out ample runners and produce only a few tiny but sweet berries per plant, manage them like domestic strawberries and you will benefit.

Health Benefits: Wild Strawberries are an excellent source of potassium which may help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Strawberries are a great source of fiber and hydration which helps keep you regular and healthy. Fiber along with potassium is a fantastic way to help support heart health.

Bleeding disorders: There is some concern that using strawberry in larger amounts might prolong bleeding time and increase the risk of bruising and bleeding in some people with bleeding disorders. If you have a bleeding disorder, use strawberry with caution.

It is a winter broadleaf perennial weed that may be difficult to eliminate from turf, lawns, and landscapes if not managed well. Wild strawberry belongs to the family Rosaceae, which is the same family as both roses and cultivated strawberries.

While strawberries are a healthful addition to any diet, people looking to eat them should do so in moderation. Fruits typically are high in sugar despite their nutritional benefits, and strawberries contain 8.12 mg of sugars per cup. There is also a risk that strawberries may contain pesticide residue.

Berries for a Refreshing Treat and Disease-Fighting Antioxidants. Whether you love blueberries, strawberries, or any other type of berry, you have the go-ahead to indulge. According to the ADA, berries are a diabetes superfood because they’re packed with antioxidants and fiber.

A perfectly ripe strawberry should be bright, firm, and smell sweet. If a strawberry is wrinkly and discolored, it might not necessarily be rotten (unless there’s visible mold on the outside or inside of it), but it should be used within a day.

20 Healthy Fruits That Are Super Nutritious

1. Apples. One of the most popular fruits, apples are chock-full of nutrition.
2. Blueberries. Blueberries are well known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
3. Bananas.
4. Oranges.
5. Dragon fruit.
6. Mango.
7. Avocado.
8. Lychee.

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With this in mind, here are some of the top foods that make people cringe, worldwide.

• Mayonnaise.
• Spam.
• Candy Corn.
• Tuna.
• Black Licorice.
• Pickles.
• Cantaloupe. DAE: Hate cantaloupe?
• Brussels sprouts. Turns out that there’s a scientific reason why so many people have negative feelings toward Brussels sprouts.