Jaboticaba
Plinia cauliflora
- Native to:
- Bolivia, Brazil
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Myrtaceae
- Genus:
- Plinia
- Species:
- Plinia cauliflora
- USDA Symbol:
- MYCA9
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 1500 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- sep,oct,nov
- Bloom Colors:
- white
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, mammals
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- native to Brazilian Atlantic Forest, prefers humid conditions
Propagation & Germination
- Germination Time:
- 30–60 days
- Notes:
- Seeds are recalcitrant; sow fresh in moist substrate. Germination occurs in 30-60 days.