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Fuchsia campos-portoi

Family: Onagraceae


What it is like

A small evergreen shrub. It can grow to 2 m tall. It has a spreading habit and underground rhizomes or stems. Thes put up annual shoots. The fruit are oblong and 16 mm long by 8 mm wide.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in open savannah between 2,100-2,550 m above sea level. It is often among rocks. Plants can tolerate frost. It grows well in shade. It needs a well-drained moist soils.

Countries/locations it is found in

Brazil, South America


How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten raw.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Plants can be grown from fresh seeds. It can also be grown from cuttings and suckers.


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