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Eugenia dysenterica (Cagaita)

Eugenia dysenterica (Cagaita)

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Cagaiteira

Eugenia dysenterica, commonly known as Cagaita or Cagaiteira, is an evergreen tree grown for its lush foliage and colourful fruits. It produces a dense network of green foliage as it grows to 7 m tall and 3 m wide. Small, white flowers are produced in spring and result in edible yellow berries. Eugenia dysenterica is commonly grown as a specimen plant but can also be trimmed into a hedge.

Cagaita is currently unavailable, but we do have other other amazing species and varieties of Eugenia (Lilly Pillys) available.

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Why? Our plants are subject to seasonality and high-demand. Please contact us if you would like to know when it becomes available again.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	7.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Hedging, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Cagaiteira

Eugenia dysenterica (Cagaita) Details

Eugenia dysenterica, commonly known as Cagaita or Cagaiteira, is an evergreen tree grown for its lush foliage and colourful fruits. It produces a dense network of green foliage as it grows to 7 m tall and 3 m wide. Small, white flowers are produced in spring and result in edible yellow berries. This Eugenia grows best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site, and it is tolerant of dry periods and moderate frost once established. Eugenia dysenterica is commonly grown as a specimen plant but can also be trimmed into a hedge. Be aware that consuming too much of the fruit can have a laxative effect!