Plinia cauliflora
Brazilian Grapetree, Jaboticaba
Also known as: Eugenia jaboticaba (Vell.) Kiaersk. +6 more
- Eugenia jaboticaba (Vell.) Kiaersk.
- Myrcia jaboticaba (Vell.) Baill.
- Myrciaria cauliflora (Mart.) O.Berg
- Myrciaria jaboticaba (Vell.) O.Berg
- Myrtus cauliflora Mart.
- Myrtus jaboticaba Vell.
- Plinia jaboticaba (Vell.) Kausel
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Myrtaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.
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Plinia cauliflora (commonly known as Brazilian grapetree or Jaboticaba) is a tree within the Myrtaceae family. It naturally occurs in South America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Bolivia, Brazil Northeast, Brazil South, Brazil Southeast
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Gulf of Guinea Is., Honduras