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Jabuticaba Oblongata Variety Fruit Plant

Product Features and Variety

The Jabuticaba Oblongata (Plinia oblongata) is an evergreen fruit tree known as the Brazilian Grapetree, a member of the Myrtaceae family. It is distinctively known for 'cauliflory', the unusual trait where its fruits grow directly on the trunk and main branches. This is a grafted plant, which significantly shortens the time to first fruiting, often allowing the tree to bear fruit in 2-4 years.

• Variety: Oblongata Jabuticaba (also referred to as Jaboticaba Azeda).
• Type: Grafted Plant/Tree. Suitable for growing in a garden or as a large container plant.
• Size: 1.5-3 Feet Height (Will grow to 4-6 meters when mature).
• Suitability: Can grow in almost all Indian climates and soil.

The Fruit: Oblongata Jabuticaba

This variety is valued for its uniquely flavored, trunk-borne fruit.

• Appearance: Fruits are dark purple to black, nearly spherical or elongated, typically measuring 25-35mm in diameter.
• Taste: The fruit has a delicious, juicy white pulp with a sweet, tangy, and slightly acidic flavor.
• Culinary Use: Excellent for eating fresh, and widely used to make jellies, jams, juices, and traditional wines/liqueurs.
• Nutritional Value: The fruit is a good source of antioxidants, Vitamin C, and polyphenols, supporting overall health and digestion.

Essential Care Guide

Sunlight and Climate Needs

The Jaboticaba tree thrives in tropical and subtropical conditions, requiring ample light for robust growth and fruit production.

• Sunlight: Requires full sun to partial shade. Provide at least 6 hours of direct, bright sunlight daily for optimal health.
• Climate: Can be grown in diverse Indian climates. It must be protected from frost and cold winds.

Watering and Soil

• Soil: Prefers deep, rich, well-drained, and slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5-6.5) that is high in organic matter.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during active growth and dry spells. Water deeply, allowing the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root damage.
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio like 10-10-10 or one rich in phosphorus every 2-3 months during the main growing season.

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