Savannah Cherry (Eugenia Calycina): A Sweet Addition to Your Garden

An Exotic Tropical Fruit Plant with Delightful Flavor and Benefits

The Savannah Cherry, also known as Eugenia Calycina, is an extraordinary deciduous shrub native to the savannas of eastern and central Brazil. With its many local names like Jabuti Cherry, Cereja de Cerrado, and Red Pitanga, this exotic fruit tree is cherished for its delicious and versatile fruit. At Veliyath Gardens, we are proud to offer this tropical plant to garden enthusiasts looking to add something rare and exciting to their exotic garden or fruit plant collection.

A Sweet and Succulent Treat
The Savannah Cherry produces small, vibrant fruits with thick, juicy pulp that melts in your mouth. Its sweet and pleasant flavor makes it perfect for eating raw, while also ideal for making jellies, jams, and sweets. The fruit's versatility ensures that it can easily become a favorite in any fruit garden, offering a delightful taste of the tropics with every bite.

Native Significance and Environmental Adaptability
This exotic fruit tree originates from Brazil's cerrado and savanna regions, making it highly adaptable to a variety of climates. It thrives in tropical and subtropical environments, making it a fantastic choice for plant lovers interested in growing unique species in their own gardens. The Savannah Cherry also has significant environmental value in its native habitat, contributing to the biodiversity of these regions and supporting local ecosystems.

Cultivation and Maintenance
The Savannah Cherry begins fruiting in about 3 to 4 years and requires moderate care. This tropical fruit plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil, making it an easy-to-grow shrub for dedicated plant lovers. Once established, it blooms multiple times a year, rewarding gardeners with abundant, sweet fruit. Whether you're growing it in a fruit garden or incorporating it into your exotic garden, this plant is sure to stand out.

Why You Should Add Savannah Cherry to Your Garden
At Veliyath Gardens, we specialize in rare and exotic plants like the Savannah Cherry, offering them to fruit lovers and gardeners alike. Despite its rarity, this fruit tree is a valuable addition to any plant garden. Its delicious fruit, rich environmental significance, and ease of cultivation make it an excellent choice for those seeking to enhance their garden with a tropical plant.

Bring home the Savannah Cherry from our exotic fruit plant nursery, and enjoy the pleasure of growing this extraordinary fruit in your garden!