Eugenia myrcianthes
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Summary
Source: WikipediaEugenia myrcianthes (synonym Hexachlamys edulis) or ubajay is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay.
Description
A small tree. It grows 4-6 m high. The crown is flat with spreading branches. The trunk is short and 20-30 cm across. The leaves are thin and simple. They are hairy over the veins. The leave are 3-5 cm long and 2.3 cm wide. The flowers are in groups in the axils of leaves. The flowers are white. The fruit is orange-yellow. The pulp is juicy and acid.
Edible Uses
The juicy, acid fruit can be eaten fresh or processed into jams, jellies, juices, and vinegar.
Traditional Uses
The fruit can be eaten fresh. They are also used for jams, jellies and juices. They are also used to make vinegar.
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Distribution
A subtropical plant. In Brazil it grows in open formations along the coast. In Argentina it grows below 500 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Argentina, Asia, Bolivia, Brazil*, Indonesia, Paraguay, SE Asia, South America, Uruguay,
Cultivation
Plants are grown from seed. The ripe fruit are harvested and the seeds removed under running water. They are dried in the shade. Fresh seed are planted and germinate in 30-50 days.
Production
Plants have a moderate growth rate.
Other Information
It is sometimes cultivated for its fruit.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Cereheira-do-rio-grande, Cereja-do-rio-grande, Iba-jayi, Ibajai, Igua-jay, Ocorocillo, Passeguiero-do-moto, Pessego-do-mato, Pohon persik gunung, Ubajai, Ubajay
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- GRIN (As Hexachlamys edulis)
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