Myrtaceae
Jabuticaba tree: Edible Plant
Plinia cauliflora
Requires constant watering to keep the soil consistently moist and high light exposure to bear fruit. It is sensitive to prolonged frosts.
Every 2 days
Bright indirect
10° - 35°C
60% - 90%
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What is Jabuticaba tree?
Jabuticaba tree (Plinia cauliflora) is a medium-care plant from the Myrtaceae family. The Jabuticaba tree is an iconic Brazilian fruit tree, native to the Atlantic Forest. Its most striking characteristic is cauliflory, where white flowers and dark purple, globose fruits grow directly on the trunk and branches. The pulp is white, succulent, and sweet. It has a slow growth rate, with...
Jabuticaba tree grows up to 12.0m, with spread of 500cm, watering every 2 days, 10°C â 35°C, 60â90% humidity. It is suitable for indoor environments and safe for pets.
Unlike many popular species, Jabuticaba tree is safe to keep around pets. Without adequate drainage, root rot can develop within 7 days.
How to Care for Jabuticaba tree?
TLDR: Jabuticaba tree needs Bright indirect, watering every 2 days, and temperatures between 10-35°C with 60-90% humidity.
How Often Should You Water Jabuticaba tree?
The Jabuticaba tree is a water-loving plant. Never let the soil dry out completely; on intensely hot days, water in the morning and afternoon.
How Much Light Does Jabuticaba tree Need?
For abundant fruit production, the plant should receive full sun. In pots, position it in the sunniest spot available.
What Is the Best Soil for Jabuticaba tree?
Prefer soils rich in organic matter with a slightly acidic pH (5.5 to 6.5). Avoid excessively compacted soils.
What Pot Should You Use for Jabuticaba tree?
Large ceramic or polyethylene pots with excellent moisture retention capacity and drainage holes.
Care Schedule
Fertilize
Every 60 days
Misting
Every 2 days
Repot
Every 730 days
What Is Jabuticaba tree and Where Does It Come From?
The Jabuticaba tree is an iconic Brazilian fruit tree, native to the Atlantic Forest. Its most striking characteristic is cauliflory, where white flowers and dark purple, globose fruits grow directly on the trunk and branches. The pulp is white, succulent, and sweet. It has a slow growth rate, with bark that peels off periodically, revealing lighter tones underneath.
How to Propagate Jabuticaba tree?
Seed Propagation
- Fresh seeds have a much higher germination rate.
- 1 Extraction
Remove seeds from ripe fruits and clean all pulp under running water.
- 2 Immediate Planting
Sow immediately, as seeds quickly lose viability (they are recalcitrant).
- 3 Moisture
Keep the substrate constantly moist and in a shaded location until germination.
Materials needed:
Air Layering
- This method produces trees that fruit much faster than those grown from seed.
- 1 Girdling
Remove a ring of bark, about 2cm wide, from a healthy branch.
- 2 Hormone Application
Apply rooting powder to the peeled area to stimulate growth.
- 3 Wrapping
Cover the area with moist sphagnum moss and wrap tightly with black plastic film.
Materials needed:
How Big Does Jabuticaba tree Grow?
TLDR: Jabuticaba tree can reach up to 12.0m tall with Slow growth rate.
Max height
12.0m
Spread
5.0m
Growth rate
Slow
Foliage
Evergreen
Plant Uses
Ornamental
Great for decoration
Edible
Can be consumed
Medicinal
Medicinal properties
Medicinal Uses
- Antioxidant action
- Aid in treating throat inflammations
- Diarrhea control (using the bark)
Culinary Uses
- Fresh consumption
- Jams and preserves
- Liqueurs and wines
- Sauces for meats
- Ice creams
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Meaning & Symbolism
It symbolizes abundance, patience, and Brazilian hospitality.
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