Peruvian Fuschia, Peruvian Berrybush, Vine fuchsia
Fuchsia corymbiflora

Family: Onagraceae

What it is like

A semi-climbing shrub. It can grow to 4 m long. The stems arch over. Leaves are opposite and oblong or sword shaped. They are large and hairy. They are 8-10 cm long and 10 cm wide. The flowers are decorative and trumpet shaped. They are scarlet and 6-7 cm long. They are produced in long clusters. The fruit are purple berries. They are 1.2 cm long by 1 cm wide. The fruit is edible.

There are about 100 Fuchsia species.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. They grow best in light shade in wamer places and full sun in coller places. The soil should be fertile and moist. Soils should be acidic. It cannot tolerate frost. It suits hardiness zones 9-11.

Countries/locations it is found in

Andes, Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, South America, Tasmania

How it is used for food

The sweet tasty fruit are eaten.

The fruit are sold in local markets.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from cuttings. Softwood cuttings of new growth and used.

Its other names

Local names

Arete, Fucsia

Synonyms

Fuchsia boliviana;