Eugenia pyriformis
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Myrtales |
| Family: | Myrtaceae |
| Genus: | Eugenia |
| Species: | E. pyriformis
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| Eugenia pyriformis | |
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Eugenia pyriformis is a plant of the family Myrtaceae found primarily in Brazil. It reaches 20 to 45 feet (6 to 13 meters) in height and 1 to 1.5 feet (30-50 centimeters) in trunk diameter. It is a native species of Brazil, occurring primarily in the states of Paraná, Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina and São Paulo.
Cultivation[edit]
It may grow between elevations of 1000 to 5000 feet (300 to 1500 meters). It requires a well drained, preferably slightly acid soil.[2]
Fruit[edit]
Eugenia pyriformis flowers between the months of August and December, and produces fruit between September and January. The yellow fruit of the plant is called uvalha and is edible.[3] Some environmentalists have recommended use of the plant for projects of reforestation in Brazil, especially in degraded areas and permanent nature preserves.[citation needed] The plant is also popular for ornamental or domestic purposes.
References[edit]
- ^ "The Plant List: A Working List of All Plant Species". Retrieved March 18, 2014.
- ^ "View crop". Archived from the original on 2019-08-11. Retrieved 2008-01-14.
- ^ "Common Fruit Names - S-Z, California Rare Fruit Growers, Inc". Archived from the original on 2020-04-05. Retrieved 2008-01-14.
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