Grumichama Fruit

₹250.00

Grumichama is a beautiful evergreen fruit tree native and wild to the coastal regions of southern Brazil, especially in the states of Paraná and Santa Catarina. It is also cultivated in areas such as Rio de Janeiro and Paraguay. Over time, it has been introduced to several tropical regions including Jamaica, Singapore, and parts of Florida, though it has shown limited success in some locations. The tree produces small, round, dark-purple fruits with a sweet and pleasant flavor. However, the fruit contains a relatively large seed compared to its flesh, and the persistent sepals can make harvesting less convenient. Today, Grumichama is appreciated more as an ornamental and rare fruit plant due to its attractive foliage, hardiness, and unique fruit characteristics. It is now also available in select farms in Kerala, India for cultivation and study. Scientific Name: Eugenia brasiliensis Family: Myrtaceae Fruit Color: Dark-purple Origin: Brazil (coastal southern regions)

Planting Method

Site Selection

Thrives in subtropical/tropical climates. Prefers full sun and well-drained fertile soil.

Planting

Dig pits 1–1.5 ft deep. Mix soil with Vermicompost. Maintain 2–3 meters spacing between plants.

Care

Watering:

Regular intervals; keep soil moist but not waterlogged

Fungicide:

Saaf , Bavistin , Copper Oxychloride , Blitox

Pesticide:

Hilban , Nagata

Growth:

Foliar Spray , Npk 19-19-19 , Factamfos , Urea , Blaukorn

Flowering:

SOP , Potash , K Potash , 18-18-18(Flowering & Growth)

Harvest

Fruit appears 1–2 years after planting. Harvest when fruits turn vibrant and slightly soft.

Key Features

Tangy, sweet-tart fruits rich in Vitamins A, C, and antioxidants. Used fresh or for juices.

Propagation

Propagated via seeds, stem cuttings, or grafting. Grafted plants produce fruit much faster.