Eugenia pitanga facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Eugenia pitanga |
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Eugenia
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pitanga
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Eugenia pitanga, also known as savanna pitanga or pitanga do cerrado, is a type of plant. It belongs to the Myrtaceae family, which includes many well-known fruit trees. This plant is famous for its tasty, red fruit.
You can find the savanna pitanga growing in the savannahs and grasslands of South America. It grows in countries like Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil.
About Savanna Pitanga
The savanna pitanga is a deciduous shrub. This means it is a bush that loses its leaves every year, usually in the dry season. It can grow up to 2 metres (about 6.5 feet) tall.
How It Grows
This plant has special roots called rhizomatous rootstock. These roots spread underground, helping the plant form thick groups or patches. This allows it to cover a good amount of ground.
Its Fruit
The savanna pitanga produces bright red fruit. These fruits are round and usually measure between 15 and 25 millimetres across. That's about the size of a small cherry or a large blueberry. The fruit is edible, which means you can eat it! Many people enjoy its unique flavour.
