Grumichama Tree

Grumichama TreeLatin name Eugenia brasiliensis Grumichama is one of the most prominent members of a group of plants we call Tropical Cherries. Not related to the northern cherry, Grumichama and its relatives originate in the Amazon region of South America. The fruit is the size of a large blueberry, with similar flavor and texture, but slightly sweeter. Producing heavy crops in Spring and Summer, Grumichama is also a handsome ornamental plant and fits well into

Planting a Cinnamon tree in your garden adds a rare and exotic touch and is sure to impress

Size: Slow-growing up to 10 ft tall & wide

as the strong “coconut” notes can vary year by year

with light citrusy notes

amount of fruit production

If eaten straight off the skin

but grafted specimens are much more rewarding

if they will successfully set fruit with their own pollen

Loquats are drought tolerant once established

Core is soft and edible

Reduce watering in winter months when dormant

they can be pruned heavily and will grow back fast