Tala, Tatu
Eugenia supraaxillaris
Family: Myrtaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 12-23 m tall.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil, South America
How it is used for food
The pulp of the fruit is eaten raw.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Cambucarna, Fruta-de-tatu, Guaiarajea
Synonyms
Eugenia axillaris Vell. [Illegitimate]; Eugenia cambucarana Kiaersk.;