Species of plant
Eugenia squamiflora is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Brazil (São Paulo).[1]
Description
It is a shrub or tree and grows primarily in the seasonally dry tropical biome. It can reach a height of 12 meters in its natural habitat of the Atlantic Rainforest of the state of São Paulo. Its common names include brilliant uvaia and Uvaia de Joinville.[1][2][3]
The tree produces bright yellow edible fruits with a pleasant sweet-sour flavor reminiscent of Eugenia pyriformis. The fruits are consumed fresh and are also used to make juices, ice creams, and jams.[2]
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