Populus euphratica - Euphrates Poplar or Desert Poplar pickup the fruit have been used

the fruit have been used in those regions but are quite astringent until bletted (similar to medlars) when they then take on a very interesting and pleasing taste

It is native to forested areas of the Himalayas and southwestern China

nearly extinct in the wild and unsurprisingly it is listed as Critically Endangered by the IUCN

it can reach over 20m in the right conditions

slender leaves with serrated edges and pointed tips

Populus euphratica - Euphrates Poplar or Desert Poplar pickup the fruit have been usedA hardy, deciduous tree native to arid and semi arid regions of North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia. Recognised for its twisted, irregular trunk, rough bark, and striking, variable leaves that range from lance shaped to lobed, this tree is reasonably drought tolerant for a poplar and adapted to saline soils. Will grow up to 1015 meters tall. Quite rare in Australia and seldom offered.