Zones 8 to 10. A large shrub or small tree with beautiful flowers and green, egg-shaped, tropical-tasting fruits that fall to the ground when ripe. The flower petals are edible too, with a sweet, fruity taste. Like the pawpaw, they produce more fruit when two genetically distinct trees are planted in close proximity.
Definition of TAZZA. : a shallow cup or vase on a pedestal.
Mezzaluna means half moon  in Italian, after the curved shape of the blade, and is the most common name used in the UK. Other names used include herb chopper or hachoir [aÊ.waÊ] , which is its French name.