Myrcia lacunosa is a small, highly ornamental shrub prized for its striking foliage and graceful pendulous branches. Young shoots display a pinkish-brown hue, adding to its visual appeal, while its narrow, bullate leaves are reminiscent of the prized foliage of Anthurium cutucuense and Inga congesta, making it a favorite among collectors. The shrub produces small, olive-shaped fruits with dark purple, slightly hairy skin, and juicy white pulp that delivers a sweet flavor with mild tannins.
Native to the undergrowth of semi-deciduous forests in Minas Gerais and northern Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Myrcia lacunosa thrives in fertile, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and partial shade. It grows quickly for a Myrtaceae species, fruiting within 2–3 years under cultivation. Its melliferous flowers attract native bees, and the fruits provide food for small frugivorous birds. Ideal for indoor pots, small gardens, or bonsai, the fruits can be enjoyed fresh or used similarly to other small Myrtaceae berries. Minas Gerais features a range of climates from tropical savanna to humid subtropical, corresponding to USDA Hardiness Zones 9–11, with minimum temperatures from -6.7°C to 10°C (20°F to 50°F), making it suitable for diverse tropical and subtropical plantings.
Seeds are shipped in packs of 1, shipped in humid vermiculite.
Myrcia lacunosa is a small, highly ornamental shrub prized for its striking foliage and graceful pendulous branches. Young shoots display a pinkish-brown hue, adding to its visual appeal, while its narrow, bullate leaves are reminiscent of the prized foliage of Anthurium cutucuense and Inga congesta, making it a favorite among collectors. The shrub produces small, olive-shaped fruits with dark purple, slightly hairy skin, and juicy white pulp that delivers a sweet flavor with mild tannins.
Native to the undergrowth of semi-deciduous forests in Minas Gerais and northern Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Myrcia lacunosa thrives in fertile, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and partial shade. It grows quickly for a Myrtaceae species, fruiting within 2–3 years under cultivation. Its melliferous flowers attract native bees, and the fruits provide food for small frugivorous birds. Ideal for indoor pots, small gardens, or bonsai, the fruits can be enjoyed fresh or used similarly to other small Myrtaceae berries. Minas Gerais features a range of climates from tropical savanna to humid subtropical, corresponding to USDA Hardiness Zones 9–11, with minimum temperatures from -6.7°C to 10°C (20°F to 50°F), making it suitable for diverse tropical and subtropical plantings.
Seeds are shipped in packs of 1, shipped in humid vermiculite.
