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Eugenia macrosperma

Family: Myrtaceae


What it is like

An evergreen shrub or tree. The crown is dense and narrow. It grows 10 m tall. The trunk can be 15-25 cm across. The fruit is dark purple and oval. They are 25 mm long by 15 mm wide.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in open areas in coastal rainforest. It is best in a sunny position.

Countries/locations it is found in

Brazil, South America


How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten raw. They are fleshy and sweet.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Plants can be grown from fresh seeds. Seeds sprout in 40-60 days.

It is slow growing.


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