Eugenia sonderiana
Family: Myrtaceae
What it is like
An evergreen shrub or small tree. The crown is dense and round. It grows 6-8 m tall. The trunk is crooked and 30-40 cm across. The bark is thick, soft and corky. The fruit are dark red and round. They are 8 mm across. There is one seed.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in semi-deciduous and dense forest. It is best in well-drained sandy soils. It grows up to 900 m above sea level. It suits a sunny position.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil, South America
How it is used for food
The fruit is eaten raw. It is sweet.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from fresh seeds. They can be put in a nursery and planted out after 6 months.