Bui. 1215 U. S. Dect. of Agriculture. 
Plate V. 
The Li Jujube. 
The fruits ofthe Li [8. P. I. So. 3^219) are the largest of anv varietv introduced into the United 
States, often reaching a diameter of 2 inches, and averaging 12 to IS to the pound. The flesh 
is crisp, making it suitable for eating out of hand, and the pit, in proportion to the flesh, is 
the smallest of any variety examined. The Li is also excellent for processing. The ripen- 
ing season is one or two weeks later than that of other varieties. Photographed bv P. H. 
Dorsett, Plant Introluction Garden, Chico, Calif., September 2-3, 1921;"P27311FS; about 
half natural 
