Jabuticaba (Plinia cauliflora)

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Jabuticaba, Brazilian Grape Tree, or Jaboticaba, is a small evergreen fruit tree in the Myrtle family (Myrtaceae), native to Brazil. It is an attractive tree, often with multiple stems, growing 10 to 12 feet high in a symmetrical, spreading vase shape. Its yellowish-white flowers bloom directly on the trunks and branches and develop into 1” to 3” round purple fruits with soft, white, edible pulp. Jabuticaba fruit is typically eaten fresh, but can also be used to make juices, desserts, jams, or even fermented into wine.

The name Jabuticaba comes from the indigenous Brazilian word, jabotim, for turtle, as in turtle fat, which depicts the sweet, edible pulp. The species name, cauliflora, describes the stemless flowers and fruits that are cauline, meaning that they grow right on the trunk and branches. The fruits taste similar to muscadine grapes, with tart skins and extremely sweet pulp. Jabuticaba fruits have a very short shelf life, so the fresh fruits are rarely found in stores.

The trees grow best in moist, fertile, slightly acidic soil, but are tolerant of many soil types as long as they are kept moist. Jabuticaba is hardy to USDA zones 9 to 11 but will tolerate occasional light freezes as long as temperatures don’t dip below 26 degrees F for any length of time. In cooler regions, they can easily be grown in pots, and are perfect as bonsai specimens since they have shallow, fibrous roots.

Plant Type:
Tropical / Subtropical Evergreen Fruit Tree

Harvest Season:
Spring, Summer

Mature Size:
10-12 ft

Due to their unique shrubby and branchy growing habit and short stature, Jabuticaba trees are an excellent specimen for Bonsai!

Soil & Moisture:
Rich, moist well-drained soil, and humid conditions similar to their native areas tropical and subtropical regions. 

Light Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Shade

Self-Fertile:
Yes

Growth Rate:
Slow

Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 9-11 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+

Propagation:
Our Jabuticaba is grown from seed, capable of producion within 3-8 years, depending on variety

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
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15 reviews
  • H
    Haven
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    6 months ago
    3 Stars

    I got my order and the plants look great but i order 2 jabuticabas and only got one. I was sent 2 elderberries and only one jabuticaba. I really like this company but i really wanted two jabuticabas!

  • J
    James
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9 months ago
    5 Stars

    Great packaging and healthy tree

  • G
    GIovan
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    9 months ago
    3 Stars

    Smaller than I thought but it’s ok

  • K
    Kirk
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    5 Stars

    Pretty little tree!!!

  • TD
    Timothy D.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Years Gardening 10+
    Grown This Variety Before? No
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Arrived

    Very healthy looking tree.

    Thank you!

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