Miconia ligustroides
Family: Melastomataceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. It grows 5 m tall. The trunk is 15-25 cm across. The fruit are blue berries 3-5 mm across.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It is best in a sunny position on well drained soils.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit ?
How it is grown
Seeds can have a complex dormancy and soaking them for a short time in sulphuric acid and then GA. These techniques are to removed the hard seed coat.
Its other names
Local names
Jacatirao-do-brejo