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Jacaratia corumbensis

Scientific Name: Jacaratia corumbensis Kuntze
Synonym: Jacaratia hassleriana, Jacaratia heptaphylla
Family: Caricaceae

Jacaratia corumbensis in Art Pacheco's collection in Tucson (USA)

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 10-12

Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade

Origin: South America (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay) in semi-arid areas

Growth Habits: Caudiciform deciduous shrub, up to 6 feet tall (1.8 m), the root can measure 2 feet long (60 cm), 10 inches in diameter (25 cm)

Watering Needs: Moderate water in summer

Blooming Habits:
Jacaratia are dioecious. The greenish white flowers followed by pinkish and green striped 2 inches long fruits (5 cm), turning yellowish as they ripen in early summer. Young fruit is edible cooked ( the root is also edible, generally raw).

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