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🌿 Eugenia Cultivars

The Eugenia genus, part of the Myrtaceae family, includes over 1,000 species of evergreen trees and shrubs. Valued for both their edible fruits and ornamental beauty, many Eugenia varieties thrive in tropical and subtropical regions. Below is a curated list of notable Eugenia cultivars, organized by their common names and enriched with key characteristics and resource links.

Surinam Cherry (Eugenia uniflora)

  • Origin: South America (Brazil, Suriname)

  • Flavor: Sweet to tart; varies by cultivar (red or black)

  • Notes: Popular as a hedge plant; produces ribbed, pumpkin-shaped fruits.

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Cherry of the Rio Grande (Eugenia involucrata)

  • Origin: Brazil

  • Flavor: Sweet, cherry-like

  • Notes: Small tree or shrub; fruits resemble true cherries.

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Grumichama (Eugenia brasiliensis)

  • Origin: Brazil

  • Flavor: Sweet, reminiscent of cherries

  • Notes: Attractive tree with glossy leaves; fruits are dark purple to black.

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Pitomba (Eugenia luschnathiana)

  • Origin: Brazil

  • Flavor: Sweet-tart

  • Notes: Produces orange-yellow fruits; suitable for jams and jellies.

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Rainforest Plum (Eugenia candolleana)

  • Origin: Brazil

  • Flavor: Sweet, plum-like

  • Notes: Dark purple fruits; thrives in tropical climates.

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Cedar Bay Cherry (Eugenia reinwardtiana)

  • Origin: Australia, Pacific Islands

  • Flavor: Sweet

  • Notes: Bright orange-red fruits; used in jams and desserts.

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Savannah Cherry (Eugenia calycina)

  • Origin: Brazil (Cerrado region)

  • Flavor: Sweet to subacid

  • Notes: Small shrub; fruits are red and rich in antioxidants.

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Arazá (Eugenia stipitata)

  • Origin: Amazon Rainforest

  • Flavor: Sour

  • Notes: Yellow fruits; commonly used in beverages and desserts.

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Guayabilla (Eugenia victoriana)

  • Origin: South America

  • Flavor: Sour

  • Notes: Produces the largest fruit among Eugenia species; orange-colored.

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Eugenia jonenssonii

  • Origin: Santa Catarina, Brazil

  • Flavor: Sweet

  • Notes: Small shrub similar to Eugenia catharinensis; cold-hardy.

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Eugenia sp. “Cauliflora”

  • Origin: Espírito Santo, Brazil

  • Flavor: Minimal pulp; primarily ornamental

  • Notes: Dwarf tree (~2m) with cauliflorous fruiting; ideal for containers.

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Eugenia sp. Pingo de Ouro (Golden Drop Eugenia)

  • Origin: Brazil

  • Flavor: Very sweet

  • Notes: Orange/yellow teardrop-shaped fruits; related to Eugenia copacabanensis.

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Eugenia sp. Batingão

  • Origin: Una, Bahia, Brazil

  • Flavor: Sweet, bright yellow flesh

  • Notes: Large fruits (~golf ball size); tree can reach 18 meters.

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Eugenia sp. Dedo de Moça

  • Origin: Itacaré, Bahia, Brazil

  • Flavor: Sweet with slightly astringent skin

  • Notes: Tall tree (up to 15m) with long, slender foliage; ornamental appeal.

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Eugenia sp. Itacarensis

  • Origin: Southern Bahia, Brazil

  • Flavor: Subtle tanginess

  • Notes: Tree (5–8m) producing orange-yellow fruits; suitable for fresh consumption and culinary uses.

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Eugenia sp. Frutao (Large Seed Eugenia)

  • Origin: Itacaré, Bahia, Brazil

  • Flavor: Unknown

  • Notes: Tall tree (up to 20m) with exceptionally large seeds (golf ball to tennis ball size).

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Eugenia sp. Cajá

  • Origin: Una, Bahia, Brazil

  • Flavor: Very sweet

  • Notes: Tree (~13m) producing oval, orange fruits; minimal astringency in skin.

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Eugenia pluriflora

  • Origin: Brazil

  • Flavor: Sweetish pulp

  • Notes: Deciduous shrub or small tree (up to 8m); dark purple fruits; ornamental appeal.

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Eugenia stigmatosa

  • Origin: Atlantic forests of Brazil

  • Flavor: Reminiscent of Perfume Guava

  • Notes: Shrubby tree (2–5m) with small red fruits; unique leaf characteristics.

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  • Eugenia azeda

  • Origin: Brazil

  • Flavor: Sour

  • Notes: Known as "feijoa pitanga"; produces small, acidic fruits.

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Eugenia dysenterica

  • Origin: Brazil

  • Flavor: Sour

  • Notes: Commonly called cagaita; used in jams and beverages.

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Eugenia klotzschiana

  • Origin: Brazil

  • Flavor: Sweet

  • Notes: Referred to as cerrado pear; produces yellowish fruits.

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Eugenia palumbis

  • Origin: Mariana Islands

  • Flavor: Sweet

  • Notes: Known locally as agatelang; bears bright red fruits.

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Eugenia woodburyana

  • Origin: Puerto Rico

  • Flavor: Unknown

  • Notes: Endangered species; produces red berries with eight wings.

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🌿 Native Florida Eugenias

White Stopper (Eugenia axillaris)

  • Origin: Florida, Caribbean

  • Notes: Small tree or shrub; emits a spicy aroma; attracts wildlife.

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Spanish Stopper (Eugenia foetida)

  • Origin: Florida, Caribbean

  • Notes: Evergreen shrub; known for its dense foliage and small white flowers.

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Redberry Stopper (Eugenia confusa)

  • Origin: Florida, Caribbean

  • Notes: Endangered species; features red berries and glossy leaves.

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Red Stopper (Eugenia rhombea)

  • Origin: Florida, Caribbean

  • Notes: Attractive shrub with red fruits; used in landscaping.

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