Sweet flower
Myrrhinium atropurpureum

Family: Myrtaceae

What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It grows 2-5 m tall. The flowers are red and have long stamens. The petals and thick and white and turn red when the flower is fertilised.

There is only one Myrrhinium species.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in coastal areas. It needs full sun.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, Brazil (country/location of origin), Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America, Uruguay

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Flowers, fruit - seasoning

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Carrapatilho, Carrapato, Mutille, Murtilho, Palo fierro, Pau-ferro

Synonyms

Felicianea rubriflora Cambess;