Pitangatuba

The rare and vibrant Pitangatuba fruit is native to Brazil and boasts a distinct and potent flavor that is both sweet and acidic. With its unique combination of apricot and mango-like taste, it offers a culinary experience unlike any other.

This soft and juicy fruit has a bright yellow hue and a tangy tartness that resembles the flavor of apricots. Despite its nearly ever-bearing nature, the Pitangatuba fruit has a brief ripeness window and is unlikely to be found in grocery stores due to its short shelf life. Unlike other Eugenia species, this stout and shrub-like tree quickly flowers once established and thrives in subtropical-level humidity and full sun, as well as light shade. With its fast growth rate, planting a Pitangatuba fruit tree offers the potential to enjoy this aromatic fruit for years to come.