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Cambuca

Plinia rivularis, Myrtaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Trinidad flame bushCalliandra tweedii
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Simpoh AirDillenia suffruticosa
Pollinator SharingNutrient Accumulation
Glandular Peanut Butter FruitBunchosia glandulifera
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Abiu ColoradoPouteria maclayana

Fruit trees of similar size compete for soil resources and growing space

Uses

Functions

Exotic Fruit ProductionUnderstory CanopyWildlife HabitatOrnamental

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

AntioxidantDigestive

Common Questions

What zones does Cambuca grow in?

Cambuca grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Cambuca?

Good companions for Cambuca include Trinidad flame bush, Simpoh Air, Glandular Peanut Butter Fruit.

Design guilds with Cambuca and see companion relationships visually.

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