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Golden Dewdrop
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Duranta erecta

Golden DewdropShrub

Duranta erecta is a species of flowering shrub in the verbena family Verbenaceae, native from Mexico to South America and the Caribbean. It is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant in tropical and subtropical gardens throughout the world, and has become naturalized in many places. Common names include golden dewdrop, pigeon berry, and skyflower.

FamilyVerbenaceae
GenusDuranta
NativeCaribbean
LifespanPerennial

Harvest & Storage

Harvesting and storage guidance for Golden Dewdrop.

What to Harvest

Golden Dewdrop

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When to Harvest

Seasonal

Harvest at maturity

How to Harvest

1Inspect

Harvest only healthy material.

Storage Guide

Fresh

Short term

Use soon after harvest

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