Myrcia fenzliana
O. Berg
Fenzl myrcia
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Description
A tropical tree in the myrtle family (Myrtaceae) producing fruits approximately 75 mm across.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Amazon, Bolivia, Brazil, Caribbean, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Guadeloupe, Guianas, Guyana, Haiti, Leeward Is., Peru, Puerto Rico, South America, Venezuela, West Indies, Winward Is.,
Cultivation
Grows best in a sunny position. Tolerant of poor dry soils, though rather stunted in such conditions, it prefers a moist, well-drained, stony soil.
Propagation
Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a sunny position in a nursery seedbed. A low germination rate can be expected, with the seed sprouting within 40 - 60 days. When the seedlings are 5 - 7cm tall, pot them up into individual containers and they should be ready to plant out when they are 25 - 35cm tall.
Other Uses
The wood is medium-textured, moderately heavy, hard to cut, with moderate mechanical properties and of low durability when exposed to the elements. Because of its small dimensions it is only used locally, being employed for purposes such as tool handles and oxen yokes. The wood is used for fuel and to make charcoal.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Anguey, Anguey blanco, Anguey frieto, Aoquey blanco, Araca, Cieneguillo, Guamirim, Pimenteira, Yareicillo
References (4)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 429
- Kew Plants of the World Online
- Peres, M. K., 2011, Diasporos do Cerrado Atrativos para Fauna: Chave Interativa Caracterizacao Visual e Relacoes Ecologicas. Masters thesis. Universidade de Brasilia. (As Gomidesia lindeniana)
- Roa, J. A. G. & Boada, D. S. G., 2018, Fundación para el Fortalecimiento de la Fruticultura y Plantas Alimenticias no Convencionales en Colombia.
