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Puca
Mouriri pusa
An extremely rare fruit from the Amazon, the Puca grow to an inch or so, with an oblong shape and a brownish, purple skin. Beneath the thin skin is revealing a reportedly sweet and very tasty pulp.
Seed Availability
Seeds are not available for the Puca. Please visit our seed store to view current selections.
Description
A short to medium, semi-deciduous tree to 10-25ft. The fragrant flowers are born in small clusters.
Hardiness
Unknown.
Growing Environment
Unknown.
Propagation
By seeds.
Uses
The fruits are not widely known, but are eaten fresh.
Native Range
Native to a few parts of Northeast and Central Brazil.
Related Species
Melastomataceae | |||
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