Description
Eugenia sp. “Lindiseia” — giant sweet fruit with exceptionally thick pulp
This spectacular Brazilian Eugenia material was found in the Itacaré and Ilhéus regions of Bahia.
The fruit was directly observed and described as sweet, reaching approximately 6 cm or more. Its pulp is particularly notable: thick, dense and fleshy, almost mass-like, rather than highly watery or thin.
Fruit characteristics
- Flavor: Sweet.
- Fruit size: Approximately 6 cm or larger.
- Pulp: Thick, dense, fleshy and not especially watery.
- Origin: Itacaré and Ilhéus, Bahia, Brazil.
- Family: Myrtaceae.
Identification status
The exact botanical species is not yet confirmed. It is therefore being offered conservatively under the collector or field name Eugenia sp. “Lindiseia”.
Why this accession is special
- Unusually large fruit for a rare wild Eugenia.
- Reported fruit size of 6 cm or more.
- Sweet flavor.
- Exceptionally thick and substantial pulp.
- Rare germplasm from the Atlantic Forest region of Bahia.
- Extremely limited international availability.
August 2026 pre-sale
⚠️ AUGUST 2026 PRE-SALE ITEM
This listing belongs to our August 2026 rare seed collection. Orders containing August pre-sale items will be prepared with the corresponding August seed batch.
The August pre-sale is separate from our July shipment. Shipping dates depend on seed arrival, inspection, preparation, phytosanitary procedures where required, and international logistics.
Only a small initial quantity is being released. Future availability cannot be guaranteed.
Germination and care
Fresh tropical Myrtaceae seeds should be planted promptly after arrival and should not be intentionally dried.
- Sow shallowly in a loose, organic and well-draining medium.
- Keep the substrate consistently moist, but not permanently waterlogged.
- Provide warmth, high humidity and bright indirect light or partial shade.
- Protect young seedlings from intense afternoon sun and drying winds.
- Germination speed can vary considerably among rare wild-collected materials.
A giant, sweet and thick-pulped Bahia Eugenia selected for exceptional fruit quality.
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