Olho de Boi Selection Fruit Plant (Plinia coronate)

Common Name: Olho de Boi (Eye of the Bull) - Olho de Boi Selection

Botanical Name: Plinia Coronata "Olho de Boi Selection"

General Information: Plinia Coronata, commonly known as jaboticaba coroada (king jabuticaba), is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. Endemic to south-eastern Brazil, Tree grows to between 4 and 12 meters tall, Produces purple, edible fruit, which is between 25 and 30mm in diameter.

Nutrient Content: Carbohydrates, iron, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin C, niacin

Gardening Information:

Bloom Time/Fruiting: 5 to 6 Years

Maintenance Required: Moderate

Summary: Plinia Coronata "Olho de Boi Selection" is a specially chosen variety of Olho de Boi (Eye of the Bull) with larger and sweeter fruits than the regular Olho de Boi. The Jaboticaba tree, native to São Paulo and Minas Gerais in Brazil, features an elongated and dense crown, reaching heights of 3-10 meters. As of December 2021, it boasts the largest known Jaboticaba fruit, with a glossy black appearance and a pronounced light-colored crown at the apex. Commonly producing fruits at 4 cm and taking 5 to 6 years to set fruits from seeds, this selection offers both aesthetic appeal and nutritional benefits found in the jabuticaba pulp. Plinia Coronata is a species endemic to south-eastern Brazil, growing between 4 and 12 meters tall, and producing edible purple fruits. The plant requires moderate maintenance for successful cultivation.