Oscar, he planted seeds all over Santa Barbara, most have not survived due to neglect etc. However, there are still a number of rather exotic trees around the city thanks to Dr. Franceschi. It is fun to wander around in the parks collecting seeds of palms and other uncommon plants. By the way, the literature in the book cited says " This rare drought-resistant species should be planted more because of its edible, apricot-sized fruit, which in flavor equals or surpasses many of the other kinds of tropical fruits grown here."