shrub☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 9b – Zone 11a
A tropical shrub or small tree prized for its small, bright red edible fruits with a distinctive ribbed appearance. Hardy in warm climates, it produces white flowers followed by prolific crops of tart-sweet cherries popular fresh or preserved.
Overview
Form
Rounded
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
10–18′ tall × 8–15′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
Zone 9bZone 11a
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 9b to Zone 11a
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Harvest Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
FallWinter
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
early successional
Native Range
Brazil
Function & Care
ediblewildlife benefitpollinator nectary
Edible Parts
fruit
Establishment & Care
Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Years to Bearing
3 years
Propagation
seed, cutting
Notable Cultivars
Cultivars vary primarily by fruit size and flavor profile; 'Etna' and 'Grimal 400' are selections grown commercially in tropical regions for larger, sweeter fruits.
