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Eugenia websteri

Family: Myrtaceae


What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It grows 6 m tall. The leaves are 3-6 cm long by 2-4 cm wide. The flowers occur singly and without a stalk. The fruit are bright red when ripe. They are 1 cm across and an irregular round shape.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Jamaica, West Indies


How it is used for food

The fruit is astringent but edible.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


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