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Jabuticaba (Plinia cauliflora)

Jabuticaba (Plinia cauliflora) is an unusual Brazilian native tree producing dark purple, grape-like fruits directly on its trunk and branches, offering a unique ornament

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Consistent Moisture

Soil

Well-drained, loamy, slightly acidic

Temperature

Warm

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Regular Feeding

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers full sun for best fruiting, but tolerates partial shade. Protect young trees from intense afternoon sun.

Watering

Consistent Moisture

Keep soil evenly moist, not waterlogged. Water more frequently during dry periods and fruiting.

Soil

Well-drained, loamy, slightly acidic

Temperature

Warm

Thrives in warm, tropical to subtropical climates. Protect from frost; temperatures below 0°C can be damaging.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Regular Feeding

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Use a bloom-booster formula to encourage fruiting.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Fruit

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

5-15 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-4 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Eugenia cauliflora (Mart.) DC.
Eugenia jaboticaba (Vell.) Kiaersk.
Guapurium peruvianum Juss. ex J.F.Gmel.
Myrcia jaboticaba (Vell.) Baill.
Myrciaria cauliflora (Mart.) O.Berg
Myrciaria jaboticaba (Vell.) O.Berg
Myrciaria peruviana (Juss. ex J.F.Gmel.) Mattos
Myrtus cauliflora Mart.
Myrtus jaboticaba Vell.
Plinia jaboticaba (Vell.) Kausel
Plinia peruviana (Juss. ex J.F.Gmel.) Govaerts
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMyrtales
  • familyMyrtaceae
  • genusPlinia
  • speciesPlinia cauliflora
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

None

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