Petrillo, Petrilla
Myrceugenia correifolia
Family: Myrtaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 5 m high. The flowers are white.
Where it is found
In Chile it grows between 500-2,000 m altitude. It grows in drier areas with a winter rainfall of 400-800 mm. It grows in full sun. It suits hardiness zones 10 & 11. It does not tolerate frost.
Countries/locations it is found in
Chile (country/location of origin), South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit