Myrciaria Cauliflora (Jaboticaba)
Myrciaria Cauliflora (Jaboticaba)
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Myrciaria Cauliflora (Jaboticaba) is a unique evergreen fruit tree renowned for its remarkable habit of producing grape-like fruit directly on its trunk and main branches. Native to Brazil, this slow-growing tree features glossy dark green foliage, attractive peeling bark, and fragrant white flowers that are followed by sweet, juicy purple-black fruit. Its unusual fruiting habit and ornamental beauty make it a standout addition to edible gardens, home orchards, and feature landscapes.
Thriving in full sun to part shade, Myrciaria Cauliflora (Jaboticaba) prefers fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and rewards patient gardeners with multiple crops each year in suitable climates. The delicious fruit can be enjoyed fresh or used in jams, jellies, wines, and desserts. Whether grown as a productive specimen tree or an attractive edible feature, Jaboticaba offers year-round appeal with the added benefit of homegrown fruit.

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Mature height
3–10 m
Mature width
3–6 m
Spacing
3–5 m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Glossy dark green foliage, white flowers, deep purple to black fruit
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to Autumn (may flower several times a year in warm climates)
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade
Maintenance
Low to Moderate; prefers fertile, well-drained soil with regular watering and feeding for optimum fruit production
Root System
Moderate, fibrous root system; non-invasive