Eugenia sp. "Golden Shoots"

Eugenia sp. "Golden Shoots" is a rare and visually stunning shrub or small tree native to the highlands of Rio de Janeiro, particularly the Serra dos Órgãos region. Growing at elevations above 1,000 meters, it thrives on forest edges and open fields, making it tolerant to light frost and well-suited for both partial and full sun exposure. Its most striking feature is its radiant golden new foliage, which gives the plant its popular name. Beyond its ornamental appeal, the fruit is described as exceptionally flavorful and is noted for being rich in anthocyanins, combining aesthetic beauty with nutritional value—an exciting species for collectors and edible landscape enthusiasts alike.

If you like Eugenia sp. "Golden Shoots", you might also like Eugenia sp. "Labisia" or Eugenia sp. "Frutão"