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Other Names: Camboriu, Bakupari, Pacura, Guapomo
Related To:
[Clusiaceae] Mangosteen, Mameyito, Imbe
Main Uses:
Fruit
Growth Rate:
Slow to Moderate
Mature Height/Spread:
Small tree, to 20.'
Flowering/Pollination:
Self fertile flowers occur in clusters on new growth.
Tolerance:
Little tolerance for salt. Moderate tolerance for drought.
Soil/Nutrition:
This species is adaptable to dryer soils, but prefers moist, well drained soils of mild acidity.
Light:
Part shade to full sun.
Wind:
Small tree is sturdy.
Temperature:
Dangers:
Diseases Prone:
Bearing Age:
7-10 years from seed; but once it begins bearing, it fruits prolifically.
Fruit:
History/Origin:
Tree grows wild in southeastern Brazil and into Paraguay.
Species Observations:
Propogation:
Container Culture:
This small tree can be grown and fruited in 15 to 25 gallon pots for it's entire life.
Medicinal Uses:
Nutritional Information:
Preparation / Food:
Fruits are eaten fresh, and the skins are usually discarded.
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