Blue Grape myrciaria vexator) - 5" Deep Cell

General Info

A tree native to Central and South America, blue grape is a relatively unknown tree that deserves more recognition and cultivation. It’s aesthetic value alone is enough reason to grow this tree, while its fruits are on par with the best jaboticabas.

Size

Can grow to 30’ but very slowly.

Growing Conditions

Needs full sun to grow. It is not particular about soils like other jaboticaba types can be, tolerating a range of pH. They prefer a lot of water, especially during bloom and fruit development.

Years to Fruit

Can flower in 3-6 years, but it could take a few additional years to set fruits, so expect 5-8 years to fruit from seed.

Taste

Fruits have a unique and delicious taste. The skin is thick and not eaten.

Climate

A tree of the wet tropics.

Cold Tolerance

Damage occurs between 28-32 degrees F, therefore protective measures should be utilized when freezing temperatures are expected.

Propagation

By Seeds, grafting may be possible.

Seed Source

Florida grown trees, received fruits and seeds from a friend of the farm.