Plinia aureana
White Jaboticaba
Plinia aureana
Plinia aureana is one of the best Jaboticabas to include in one’s collection. The foliage stands out as the large leaves develop starting a soft red and turning to a light green color. The fruit trees take a little bit longer to reach maturity, although they fruit abundantly and provide an interesting contrast with their green when ripe fruits. The fruits have less tannin than most other Jaboticabas and are capable of being eaten when slightly under ripe. They are a great Jaboticaba to include in a rare fruit collection.
Family: Myrtaceae
Name: Plinia aureana
Common Name / Native Name: Jabuticaba branca
Range: South East Brazil
Sun: Full sun/ Part shade
Height: 20+ feet
Width: 14- 20 feet
Foliage: Large wavy leaves with very textured veination, soft orange to light green
Flower: Small inconspicuous flowers in clusters on the trunk
Fruit: A medium sized fruit that has green flesh and a white interior.
Soil Type/ pH: Prefers acidity
USDA Climate Zones: 10a/9b
Cold Hardiness: Sensitive to frosts especially at a young age
Edibility: Delicious fruit, preferred eaten out of hand but great in preserves.
Age to maturity: 5+ years