Old 10-06-2010, 05:44 PM
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SherriB
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Originally Posted by Mimito2
It is a Plum Granny Also known as 'Queen Anne’s Pocket Melon', 'Vine Pomegranate' and 'Perfume Melon'. A very fragrant heirloom. Used in the Victorian-era as a perfume to mask body odor by carrying in pockets and purses. I used to treasure these as a child.
That is what I thought it was too! My Mom used to grow them. I haven't seen one since she passed away.
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