Pimenta pseudocaryophyllus
Family: Myrtaceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. The crown is roundish. It grows 4-10 m tall. The trunk can be 20-30 cm across. The fruit are 1.6 cm across.
It is used as medicine.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It is best in well-drained soils and they can be of low fertility. They are drought tolerant when established.
Countries/locations it is found in
Bolivia, Brazil (country/location of origin), Central America, South America
How it is used for food
The flower buds are dried and used as a substitute for cloves. The leaves are used to make a drink.
Edible parts
Leaves - tea, spice, flower buds - spice
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Cataia, Craveiro, Craveiro do mato, Goiabinha, Louro-cravo
Synonyms
Eugenia acuminata Link; Pseudocaryophyllus acuminatus (Link) Burret; and several others