The Grumichama Tree

Grumichama tree care should ensure a healthy crop of a grape like fruit, with a purplish-black, white-yellow pulped flesh.

The Grumichama Tree (Eugenia brasiliensis) is a medium sized, attractive tree with thick waxy leaves. It is endemic to southern Brazil, but is now grown widely and is loved by tropical gardeners around the globe.

There are two varieties of the Grumichama; the Black (Eugenia Dombeyi) and the Yellow (Eugenia Brasiliensis).

Your tree may flower several times a year and grow to a height of 15m (49ft).

Grumichama Tree Care

Location and Soil

The grumichama tree is fine for a suburban garden. It grows well in temperatures found in tropical and subtropical coastal regions.

This tree prefers deep sand or loam type soil. However, it will survive in shallow sandy soils if you give it enough water.  

Grumichama Tree Propagation

Grumichama Tree Care

Fertilising 

Grumichama tree care includes feeding your tree. In good soil, fertilise twice each year. Once pre-flowering and once as harvesting draws to a conclusion.

Pre-harvest we apply calcium and boron to promote flowering and pollination. Kelp also contains compounds to enhance flowering and fruit set.

During harvest/post harvest, we apply a fertiliser rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and calcium.

Flowering normally takes place at the end of the dry season (spring), with the tree fruiting into the wet (or summer).

Grumichama tree height

The tree can grow up to 15m (49ft) in height. However, pruning can make your tree fit nicely in a suburban garden. Indeed it is sometimes pruned into a hedge.

Growing in a pot

Grumichama can easily be grown in a pot. Indeed this is most beneficial if you live in areas where it might get too cold. It is also useful to grow in a pot if you don’t have the healthiest of soils or enough room in your garden.

Watering

This tree has a fairly shallow root system. Hence it will require watering regularly during the ‘dry season’.

In addition, seedlings and fruiting trees need a lot of rain or extra water. This is for growth in the case of the seeding, and to prevent fruit drop in the case of mature fruiting trees.

Pests and Diseases

This tree is resistant to pests. However, when the tree does fruit, you may have some competition from the nearby bird population.

Eating the Fruit

Good grumichama tree care leads to …. fruit! The fruit is often eaten straight off the tree. However, it is also often used for making jelly and jams.

The pulp of the fruit is juicy and tastes much like a true subacid or sweet cherry except for a touch of aromatic resin.

Grumichama Fruit Benefits

Weight Loss

The fruit is a healthy snack that can help with weight loss. It is low in calories and carbohydrate but packed with vitamins, minerals and protein. A good weight loss combination.

Fibre

The fruit is very high in fibre. Consequently, this fibre helps to increase the absorption of water in the intestine facilitating the formation and elimination of stools.

Immune System

Studies have shown this fruit to offer considerable support to your immune system. Hence it aids the body’s capacity to fight off a number of diseases.

Antioxidants

Grumichama contains antioxidants, which are known to combat free radicals, helping to avoid the deterioration of cells.

Prebiotics

Finally, research has shown the Grumichama peel is a nutritious source of bioactive compounds with prebiotic effects. So in ordinary language, the peel is great for your gut health and can help to prevent disease

Thank you for reading and all the best with your grumichama tree care.

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