Chomelia brasiliana
A. Rich.
Guaipiciu
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Description
A shrubs. It has branches 2-4 m tall. The trunk is 4-7 cm across. The bark is rough. It can have spines. The leaves are simple and opposite. They are 2-6 cm long by 1-3 cm wide. The flowers are at the tips of branches. They are white. The fruit are oval and black. They are 8-13 mm long. There is one seed.
Edible Uses
The black oval fruit is eaten.
Known Hazards
The shrub can have spines.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the forest and is best with good humidity. It suits acid soils. It can tolerate shade.
Where It Grows
Brazil, South America,
Cultivation
It can be grown from seed. The seed can be stored for one year. Seeds take 2-4 months to germinate.
Production
It is slow growing. It produces fruit after 4-5 years. In Brazil plants fruit from March to August.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Guauciu
References (1)
- www.colecionandofrutas.org
