Black Brazilian Cherry / Pitanga dwarf popular low chill variety

popular low chill variety

the fruit is succulent and mildly flavoured

Aboriginal name(s):

and when dormant

Self pollinating so every tree will fruit (you don’t need male and female like traditional paw paw trees)

Black Brazilian Cherry / Pitanga dwarf popular low chill varietyThis selection of Brazilian Cherry ripens to a black colour with exceptional flavour. A highly ornamental shrub with spreading branches and aromatic foliage. The young bronze foliage is deep, glossy green when mature and deep red in cold, dry weather. The fruit is delicious eaten out of hand or as an ingredient in jelly, sauce and pies. Refrigeration enhances the flavour. Brazilian Cherry tree approx 40 50cms tall and will start to fruit in 2 years.