Myrciaria pilosa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Myrciaria pilosa |
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Myrciaria
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pilosa
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Myrciaria pilosa, also known as cambucá do sertão (which means "interior cambucá" in Portuguese), is a special kind of plant. It belongs to the Myrtaceae family, which includes many well-known trees and shrubs. This plant is a small tree, usually growing to be about 1.5 to 2 meters tall. It produces delicious, round, red fruits that are about 20 millimeters wide.
This unique tree is found only in one specific place: the state of Ceará in northeastern Brazil. When a plant or animal is found only in one area, it is called endemic.
What Makes This Plant Special?
The cambucá do sertão is known for its tasty fruits. These fruits are round and bright red, making them easy to spot on the tree. They are also edible, which means people can eat them!
Helpful Properties of Cambucá
Scientists have studied the leaves of the cambucá do sertão. They found that the special oil from these leaves might be useful. This oil is being researched for its ability to fight against certain types of germs, like a strong kind of bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus. This means it could potentially help control infections in the future.
