Eugenia beaurepairiana ‘Sweet’ is a selected form of a rare Brazilian species native to the Atlantic Rainforest of southeastern and southern Brazil, with natural populations occurring in the highland regions of Rio de Janeiro and Santa Catarina. This particular seed strain was discovered near Tijucas, Santa Catarina, and was selected for its exceptional fruit quality. Due to its superior characteristics, it is now cultivated at Jardim Botânico Plantarum as a notable example of the species.
The tree produces attractive bright orange fruits with an outstanding flavor that is noticeably sweeter than typical wild forms. The fruit offers an excellent balance of sweetness and mild acidity, resulting in a rich, pleasant taste that makes it highly enjoyable when eaten fresh. This improved flavor profile has made the ‘Sweet’ selection especially desirable among collectors of rare Eugenia species.
Combining beautiful ornamental qualities with excellent fruit quality, Eugenia beaurepairiana ‘Sweet’ is a superb addition to tropical and subtropical fruit collections and an exceptional choice for enthusiasts seeking uncommon Brazilian Myrtaceae.
Seeds are shipped in packs of 1, shipped in humid vermiculite.
Eugenia beaurepairiana ‘Sweet’ is a selected form of a rare Brazilian species native to the Atlantic Rainforest of southeastern and southern Brazil, with natural populations occurring in the highland regions of Rio de Janeiro and Santa Catarina. This particular seed strain was discovered near Tijucas, Santa Catarina, and was selected for its exceptional fruit quality. Due to its superior characteristics, it is now cultivated at Jardim Botânico Plantarum as a notable example of the species.
The tree produces attractive bright orange fruits with an outstanding flavor that is noticeably sweeter than typical wild forms. The fruit offers an excellent balance of sweetness and mild acidity, resulting in a rich, pleasant taste that makes it highly enjoyable when eaten fresh. This improved flavor profile has made the ‘Sweet’ selection especially desirable among collectors of rare Eugenia species.
Combining beautiful ornamental qualities with excellent fruit quality, Eugenia beaurepairiana ‘Sweet’ is a superb addition to tropical and subtropical fruit collections and an exceptional choice for enthusiasts seeking uncommon Brazilian Myrtaceae.
Seeds are shipped in packs of 1, shipped in humid vermiculite.
