Gin Berry – Glycosmis pentaphylla (Rutaceae)

Description

Limited stock available

Gin Berry (Glycosmis pentaphylla) is a rare and fascinating fruiting species from the Rutaceae family, the same family as citrus. Native to South and Southeast Asia, it is valued for its aromatic edible berries and its versatility as both a fruiting and ornamental plant.

The small berries ripen to pink–orange tones and are sweet, juicy, and highly aromatic, with a distinct citrus character and subtle herbal notes, often compared to a light gin-and-tonic aroma — the origin of its common name.

The plant grows as an evergreen shrub or small tree, is vigorous and adaptable, and performs well in warm temperate to subtropical climates. It can be grown in the ground or maintained with pruning as a large container plant.

Highlights:

• Edible, aromatic berries

• Member of the citrus family (Rutaceae)

• Excellent for collectors of rare fruit species

• Attractive foliage and fragrant flowers

• Suitable for fresh eating and experimental culinary uses

🌱 Fresh seeds
🔥 Very limited availability

Once sold out, restocking is uncertain.

Pre-Order / Pre-Sale Notice (USA Stock – Early 2026)

This item is offered as a pre-order.

These seeds are currently being cleaned and prepared and are expected to arrive in the USA around late January 2026.
From there, all orders will be shipped worldwide by my partner, with deliveries expected during February 2026 or earlier, depending on destination and logistics.

If you place a pre-order now, you may add more species later as they become available.
You will not be charged for multiple shipments — simply contact me by email and everything will be combined into one shipment.

Expected species may include:

Pacurí (Garcinia aff. brasilensis / gardneriana) ·
Guabijú from Tatagal (Myrciantes pungens), selected sweet variety ·
Guavirá johvy (Campomanesia aff. malifolia) – very rare ·
Giant Red Pitanga ·
Best Black Pitanga · Best Red Pitanga · Small Black Pitanga ·
Sweet Aguaí (C. veride) ·
Orange Guabiroba (Campomanesia xanthocarpa) ·
Peach COTRG · Black rounded COTRG · Orange COTRG (E. involucrata var. orange) ·
Guaporetí (P. rivularis) ·
Possibly selected Jaboticabas (Eldorado or Corrientes types) ·
Possibly a recently discovered ultra-rare Eugenia from Paso de la Patria

Thank you for your patience and trust.