Myrceugenia ovata var. nannophylla

Family: Myrtaceae

What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It grows 5 m high. The flowers are white. They have 4 petals.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. In Chile it grows between 500-2,000 m above sea level. It grows in humid areas with constant rain. It can grow in light shade. It suits hardiness zone 8. It can tolerate some frost and snow.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, Chile (country/location of origin), South America

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Luma nannophylla Burret; Myrceugenia montana Kausel; Myrceugenia nannophylla (Burret) Kausel; Myrceugenia valientei Kausel;