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Camu Camu

Myrciaria dubia, Myrtaceae

Zones
10–11
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

HighHigh

Soil pH

4.5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

GuanacasteEnterolobium cyclocarpum
Nitrogen FixationShade Provision
Common BoxwoodBuxus sempervirens
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Foxtail PalmWodyetia bifurcata
Shade ProvisionWind Protection
Surinam CherryEugenia uniflora
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

JaboticabaMyrciaria cauliflora

Same genus plants share susceptibility to anthracnose and other fungal diseases

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Camu Camu grow in?

Camu Camu grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Camu Camu?

Good companions for Camu Camu include Guanacaste, Common Boxwood, Foxtail Palm, Surinam Cherry.

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