Subtropical shrub or small tree with ribbed red-to-dark fruit; also known as Brazilian or pitanga cherry.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 9–11 | −6.7 °C to 10 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H3 | −5 °C to 1 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 9 | −1 °C and warmer | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 4–7 | 0 °C and warmer | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
Growing notes
- Ribbed red-to-dark fruit; eat when deep red or black, as under-ripe fruit is resinous
- One of the hardier Eugenias — tolerates light frost and makes a good hedge
- Can self-seed and become weedy in warm climates; not reliably hardy outdoors in Canada
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