Eugenia azeda "Pitanga Feijoa"

Eugenia azeda, commonly known as "Pitanga Feijoa," is an elegant shrub or tree that can reach up to 9 meters in height. Endemic to restingas and semi-drops leaves annuallydeciduous forests along the extreme north of Brazil's Atlantic coast, this species is distinguished by its greyish trunk, wider at the base than at the midpoint; tapering toward apex. Length:Width ratio of 2:1ovate-elliptic leaves, and bud located at the apex; new growth pointsterminal flowers of a plantinflorescences with typically two flowers.

Its fruits, ripening between December and January, are orange-yellow with a slightly ribbed, subglabrous surface and a juicy, aromatic pulp. The flavor is pleasantly acidic, reminiscent of Acca sellowiana (feijoa), making it a treat for the senses. Pitanga Feijoa blooms between November and December and is valued for its ornamental potential, thriving as a tropical bonsai or potted plant. This versatile species is a true gem for collectors and gardeners alike, combining beauty with its unique, tangy fruit.

If you like Eugenia azeda "Pitanga Feijoa", you might also like Eugenia beaurepairiana "Ingábaú" or Eugenia arrabidae "Uvaia Peba"