Grumichama
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| Fruits of the grumichama (Eugenia brasiliensis) | |
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| Species: | E. brasiliensis
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| Eugenia brasiliensis | |
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Eugenia brasiliensis, with common names Brazil cherry[2] and grumichama,[2] is medium-sized tree (maximum 20 meters height) endemic to Brazil which bears small fruits that are purple to black in color, and have a sweet cherry-like flavor. Its wood is used in carpentry, woodworking and turnery. Its small size favors its use in urban landscaping. Its slow growth and low rate of dispersal make it rare, and it is generally considered as an endangered species.[3]
References
- ^ "The Plant List: A Working List of All Plant Species". Retrieved February 7, 2014.
- ^ a b "USDA GRIN Taxonomy". Retrieved 27 December 2014.
- ^ Paulo Backes & Bruno Irgang, Mata Atlântica: as árvores e a paisagem, Porto Alegre, Paisagem do Sul, 2004, page 316.
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