Name: Jaboticaba Phitrantha Branca Fruit Plant
SKU: Phitrantha branca
Availability: InStock

Jaboticaba Phitrantha Branca, also known as Plinia phitrantha branca or white jaboticaba, is a rare variety of jaboticaba tree native to Brazil. It is distinguished by its large, ornamental leaves that emerge a salmon color before darkening, its sweet, honey-flavored fruit that grows on the trunk and branches, and its medium size, reaching up to 7 meters tall.

This plant is valued for its unique appearance and is suitable for both fresh consumption and making jams, jellies, and juices.

Characteristics

Botanical Name: Plinia Phitrantha Branca
Common Names: Jaboticaba branca, white jaboticaba, ibatinga (Tupi-Guarani)
Appearance: Grows to be a semi-deciduous tree between 2 and 7 meters tall with a dense crown. It is known for its large, lanceolate leaves that can grow up to 18 cm long, emerging with a salmon hue before turning a deep, glossy green.
Fruit: Edible fruits that are 10 to 25mm in diameter. They are green in color due to a lack of anthocyanins, and they have a sweet flavor with a hint of honey. The fruit grows directly on the trunk and branches, a common trait of jaboticaba trees.

This is a 3 year old seedling plant