Water
Water consistently, especially during dry periods. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in winter.
Psidium myrtoides is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil, known for its edible fruits and attractive foliage.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
80% intensity
Afternoon shade beneficial in hot climates.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
70% intensity
Reduce in cooler months.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
50% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures.
80% intensity
Avoid frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with balanced fertilizer.
60% intensity
Reduce in fall and winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, especially during dry periods. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in winter.
Prune to shape the plant, remove dead or crossing branches, and encourage bushier growth. Can be pruned after fruiting.
Easily propagated from seeds sown in spring or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer.
Repot young plants annually or biennially in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when root-bound.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Psidium Myrtoides (Psidium myrtoides)
Where Psidium Myrtoides (Psidium myrtoides) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Genus | Psidium |
| Species | Psidium myrtoides |
Similar in genus Psidium
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