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cambuci

Myrciaria cuspidata, Myrtaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

RumberryMyrciaria floribunda
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Strawberry RaspberryRubus illecebrosus
Shade ProvisionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Purple TomatilloPhysalis ixocarpa

Purple tomatillo's allelopathic compounds and aggressive root system can inhibit cambuci growth in overlapping tropical zones

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionTropical BerryWildlife FoodUnderstory Fruiting

Edible Parts

Berries

Medicinal Uses

AntioxidantVitamin C

Common Questions

What zones does cambuci grow in?

cambuci grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for cambuci?

Good companions for cambuci include Rumberry, Strawberry Raspberry.

Design guilds with cambuci and see companion relationships visually.

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