Eugenia reinwardtiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Eugenia reinwardtiana |
|
|---|---|
 |
|
| Scientific classification | |
| Genus: |
Eugenia
|
| Species: |
reinwardtiana
|
| Synonyms | |
|
List
|
|
Eugenia reinwardtiana is a small shrub or tree. It belongs to the Myrtaceae family, which also includes plants like eucalyptus. This plant is native to warm, wet areas. You can find it in tropical forests in northern Queensland, Australia. It also grows in Indonesia and many Pacific Islands.
This plant has several common names. People often call it the Cedar Bay cherry. Other names include Beach Cherry, Australian Beach, Mountain Stopper, and Nioi in Hawaii. These plants usually grow to be about 2 to 6 meters (6 to 20 feet) tall.
The Eugenia reinwardtiana is very common around Cedar Bay National Park in northern Australia. Its edible fruit was quite popular. People who lived in the area in the 1970s enjoyed eating them.
The fruits start out green. As they ripen, they change to a bright orange-red color. These ripe fruits taste sweet and delicious. They have a soft, juicy inside.
Contents
What is Eugenia reinwardtiana used for?
Delicious Fruit Uses
The Eugenia reinwardtiana tree is grown for its sweet fruit. People often eat the fruit fresh, right off the tree. It is also used to add flavor to drinks and candies. Sometimes, people make preserves from the fruit. These fruits are also a good source of antioxidants. Antioxidants are good for your body's health.
Growing Eugenia reinwardtiana in Gardens
This tree is great for planting in warm, tropical areas. It is often used in amenity horticulture. This means it's grown to make places look nice. For example, you can see it planted in the middle sections of roads in Cairns, Australia. It is easy to grow new plants from its fresh seeds.
Plant Health: Myrtle Rust
Like many plants, Eugenia reinwardtiana can get diseases. One disease it can catch is called Myrtle Rust. This is caused by a type of fungus. The fungus is known as Austropuccinia psidii. It can harm the plant's leaves and stems.
