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Myrciariadubia

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Family
Myrtaceae (mir-TAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Myrciaria (mer-see-AIR-ree-uh)
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Species
dubia (DOO-bee-uh)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Shiny/Glossy
Height
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)
Spacing

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Hardiness
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger

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Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Blooms repeatedly
Other Details
Category
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Trees
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting
Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
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