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Cherry of the Rio Grande
Cherry of the Rio Grande, also known as Big River Cherry is a rare, beautiful tropical fruit tree native to Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay. It is a rare and unique Eugenia related to Surinam Cherry, Pitanga, Grumichama and Pitomba.
Botanical Name
Eugenia involucrata
Also Known As
Pitanga, Surinam Cherry, Grumichama, Brazilian Cherry | erejeira, cerejeira-do-mato, cereja, araçazeiro, cereja-da-terra, cereja-do-rio-grande
Specifications
Plant Type
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Harvest Season
Years to Bear
Shrub
9 - 11
Partial - Full Sun
Regularly
Evergreen
Perennial
10' Tall and 10' Wide
Moderate
Spring
White
Summer
3 Years
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