Rainforest Plum Live Plants (Eugenia candolleana)

Common Name: Rainforest Plum, Cambui Roxo, Murtinha

Botanical Name: Eugenia candolleana

General Information: Native to the Atlantic rainforest of Brazil, the Rainforest Plum produces small, purple-black fruits with a thin skin and firm, juicy pulp. This exotic fruit tree is celebrated for both its ornamental beauty and delicious fruit. The leaves are traditionally used in folk medicine for treating pain and fever.

Taste: The fruit is pleasantly sweet, often compared to jaboticaba, making it a delightful addition to any garden.

Cultivation Information: The Rainforest Plum thrives in tropical climates and begins to bear fruit within 2 to 3 years. It blooms multiple times throughout the year, providing 4 to 6 fruiting cycles annually.

Plant Care Instructions: Requires moderate maintenance; it prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade.

Benefits:

• Rich in Vitamin E and Lutein, supporting eye health.
• Contains Zinc, Calcium, and Magnesium, promoting overall wellness.
• The infusion of leaves is used for pain and fever treatment.