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.