Black Brazilian Cherry Tree PLANT – Sweet & Juicy – Black Beauty – Untreated & Heirloom – Eugenia uniflora

Introduce a uniquely productive and beautiful tree to your garden with this heirloom Black Brazilian Cherry (Eugenia uniflora). Renowned for its stunning, deeply burgundy-to-black fruit and ornamental appeal, this variety offers more than the common red Pitanga. The aromatic, sweet-tart cherries are perfect for fresh eating, exquisite jams, vibrant juices, and even rich, homemade wine. As an attractive evergreen shrub or small tree, it provides year-round beauty with glossy foliage, coppery new growth, and delicate white flowers.

Key Features:

• Unique Heirloom Fruit: Produces distinctive, dark burgundy to nearly black cherries with a complex, rich flavour.

• Ornamental & Productive: An evergreen with glossy leaves, attractive bark, and seasonal flowers, making it a superb landscaping choice.

• Untreated & Naturally Grown: Chemical-free, heirloom plant nurtured in our permaculture system.

• Versatile Harvest: Enjoy fruit fresh, or transform it into jams, sauces, juices, and liqueurs.

Health & Nutritional Value:
The deep colour of the fruit indicates a high concentration of antioxidants, particularly anthocyanins. Brazilian Cherries are also a notable source of Vitamin C and Vitamin A, supporting immune function and overall wellness. The leaves are also traditionally used in herbal teas.

Growing Guide for Australian Conditions:
A remarkably adaptable, low-maintenance tree that thrives in warm temperate to tropical climates.

Initial Care & Planting:

1. On Arrival: Water the potted plant thoroughly and place it in a partially shaded, sheltered spot for one week to recover from transit.

2. Acclimatisation: Gradually introduce it to more sun over several days before planting in its final position.

3. Planting: Choose a sunny, well-drained location. Dig a hole twice as wide as the pot and water deeply after planting.

Ideal Conditions:

• Climate: Best in frost-free subtropical and tropical regions (excellent for QLD and coastal NSW). It can tolerate very light frost once established if protected.

• Sun: Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering and fruiting.

• Soil: Adaptable but prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Enriches with compost when planting. Tolerates sandy soils.

• Watering: Water regularly while young and establishing. Mature trees are moderately drought-tolerant but produce better fruit with consistent moisture during fruiting.

• Growth Habit: Can be maintained as a large shrub (2-3m) with pruning or grown as a small tree (4-6m). Suitable for large containers.

Important Notes

• This Listing: The price is for one young, potted tree, lovingly raised in our permaculture food forest in Pacific Haven, QLD.

• Shipping: We ship within Australia only. We cannot ship live plants to Norfolk Island, NT, SA, TAS, or WA.

• Local Pickup: Available in Pacific Haven, QLD by appointment only.

• Disclaimer: The health information is for educational interest based on traditional use. It is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before using any plant for therapeutic purposes. Please research new foods before consumption and see our full website disclaimer.

Grown with Care:
Nurtured naturally with lots of love, this plant is part of our living food forest ecosystem, grown without synthetic chemicals.