🌿 Jaboticaba
Plinia cauliflora
This slow-growing Brazilian fruit tree is famous for cauliflory — its grape-like, dark purple fruit grows directly on the trunk and branches, a true rarity for South Florida gardens.
🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Native to Brazil
☀️ Light: Full sun to partial shade
💧 Water: Water regularly in well-drained, slightly acidic soil
📏 Size: Matures to 10-15 ft tall in typical Florida landscapes
🌸 Bloom Time: Flowers and fruits multiple times a year once mature
🌱 Landscape Use: A striking specimen tree for edible landscaping and large containers
🐾 Pet & Child Friendly: Safe for dogs, cats and children
💡 Casaplanta Tip: Plant in Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend soil, feed monthly with Espoma Tree-Tone. Grafted trees fruit much sooner than seed-grown ones.