Cerejinha De Mattos Live Plants (Eugenia Mattosii)

Cerejinha De Mattos, scientifically known as Eugenia Mattosii, is a unique, low-to-medium-growing shrubby fruit tree native to Brazil. This rare fruit tree is highly sought after by enthusiasts, including bonsai cultivators and gardeners in the South and Southeast regions of Brazil. It shares its genus, Eugenia, with several other plant species.

The Cerejinha De Mattos tree bears tiny, cherry-like fruits that bear a resemblance to Surinam cherries and other thin-skinned Eugenias. As these fruits ripen, they transform into a stunning brilliant red color and are reputed to possess a very pleasant sweet and sour flavor. The fruit itself has a shiny, flat shell encompassing a loose seed, an edible peel, and pulp that strikes a harmonious balance between sweetness and sourness.

These delightful fruits go by the names Minipitanga and Pitanguinha-De-Mattos and are scientifically classified as Eugenia Mattosii. They typically begin blooming and producing fruit within 2 to 5 years and require a moderate level of maintenance.