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Eugenia pyriformis
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Eugenia pyriformis is a plant of the family Myrtaceae found primarily in Brazil. It reaches 6 to 13 metres (20 to 43 ft) in height and 30 to 50 centimetres (0.98 to 1.64 ft) in trunk diameter. It is a native species of Brazil, occurring primarily in the states of Paraná, Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina and São Paulo.
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Cultivation
It may grow at elevations of between 300 to 1,500 metres (980 to 4,920 ft). It requires a well drained, preferably slightly acid soil.[2]
Fruit
Eugenia pyriformis flowers between the months of August and December, and produces fruit between September and January. The yellow fruit of the plant is called uvalha and is edible.[3] Some environmentalists have recommended use of the plant for projects of reforestation in Brazil, especially in degraded areas and permanent nature preserves.[citation needed] The plant is also popular for ornamental or domestic purposes.
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