This evergreen Florida native, is not exactly a cherry, but more like a berry. It’s white flowers give way to a bright red berry outside. Its slightly tart, but sweet taste makes it a forage and garden favorite! These little magical berries have many medicinal properties as well, and are highly regarded in the Philippines, where it is known as "Pitanga".

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Zone: 9-10

Difficulty: Easy

Perrenial

Height: Can be a Shrub or bush or can be a tree 25 ft high

Sun: Full Sun-Partial Shade

Water: Moderate Watering: More water=sweeter berries

Bare 2-6 years (seed)

1-2 years (graft)

Do not prune until 6-7 years old

Plant sales to U.S.A. only.

All orders are prepared Bare Root

NOT AVAILABLE FOR LOCAL PICKUP

MEDICINAL BENEFITS/USES:

Leaves:

• A tea of the leaves is used as a cold remedy, fever reducer, and astringent. The fresh or dried leaves have been used since the 15th century to medicinally treat inflammatory and stomach diseases, rheumatism, fever, and hypertension.
• Leaves are crushed underfoot in Brazil as a fly repellant.

Berry Fruit:

• The berry has a taste that ranges from sweet to sour. The darker the berry, the sweeter, ad has been used to make jams and jellies.
• Scientifically proven to prevent the spread of bad cells into muscle tissue, and reduce blood pressure.

- National Library of Medicine -

- Philippine Medicinal Plants -

- Wikipedia -

- Plants For A Future -

- International Society for Horticultural Science -

***These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or other health authorities, and this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. Consult a doctor before exploring the different historical and medicinal uses of this plant.****