Blue Guaquiea Live Plant (Myrciaria caerulescens)

Blue Guaquiea: The Bold-Blue Wonder from Brazil That’s Winning Gardeners’ Hearts

Tucked away in the unexplored edges of Brazil’s Cerrado biome — a landscape known for its rare and resilient plants — grows a fruit that’s slowly making its way into gardens around the world. Meet the Blue Guaquiea (Myrciaria caerulescens), a wild cousin of the Jaboticaba, now available at Veliyath Gardens for those who seek the extraordinary.

If you've ever wished for a fruit plant that is compact, hardy, fruitful early, and simply breathtaking to look at, then this botanical discovery is about to steal your heart.

Why Gardeners are Fascinated by Blue Guaquiea

There’s something captivating about this plant beyond its beauty. It checks off the dream list for any home gardener:

• Cold-tolerant and drought-resistant

• Compact in size — suitable for containers or small spaces

• Fruits early — as young as 3 to 4 years

• Attractive deep blue-purple fruits

• And best of all, the taste is extraordinary — sweet, tangy, and more intense than Jaboticaba.

This makes the Blue Guaquiea not just an ornamental treasure, but a practical and highly rewarding plant to grow at home.

Fruit with a Flavour You’ll Remember

The bluish-purple fruits are larger than most jaboticabas and have a translucent pulp with a soft, juicy bite. The flavour? A delightful balance of natural sweetness and gentle acidity — perfect for both children and adults.

You can:

• Eat them fresh off the plant

• Blend them into juices or smoothies

• Make beautiful natural jams

• Or use them as vibrant toppings for desserts and breakfast bowls

Their striking colour and taste make them a conversation starter in any kitchen.

Health & Nutritional Highlights

Though newly introduced, the Blue Guaquiea is expected to follow the Myrciaria family’s reputation for health benefits, such as:

• High antioxidant content (especially anthocyanins)

• Anti-inflammatory properties

• Support for immune and heart health

• Natural vitamin C and fiber

A fruit that pleases the palate and supports wellness — what more can we ask for?

Cultural Context & Rare Value

While not yet woven into folk traditions like its jaboticaba relatives, the Blue Guaquiea holds a special place as a wild forest fruit, symbolizing the biodiversity of the Brazilian Cerrado. Its shift from forest to backyard is part of a global movement toward cultivating rare, climate-resilient plants — and you can be part of it.

Your Garden Deserves Something Rare

At Veliyath Gardens, we bring the world’s most intriguing fruit plants to your doorstep — and Blue Guaquiea is a standout. Whether you're building a tropical collection, diversifying your garden, or simply want something unique and fruitful, this plant offers:

• Aesthetic appeal

• Quick fruiting timeline

• Moderate maintenance

• And high nutritional and culinary value

It adapts well to Indian tropical and subtropical conditions, and our plants are raised with care to thrive in your garden.

Conclusion: Taste the Blue, Grow the Rare

In a world full of ordinary fruit trees, Blue Guaquiea is a refreshing change — exotic yet easy to grow, delicious yet nourishing. It’s more than a plant; it’s an experience.

This stunning dwarf fruiting tree is now available at Veliyath Gardens in limited numbers. Let your garden tell a new story — one that begins with a rare blue fruit from across the globe, and ends with a sweet smile on your face.

Secure your Blue Guaquiea today — and let nature surprise you.