Bring the beauty and flavor of Brazil to your home garden with Black Brazilian Grape Seeds (Jabuticaba). Known for their unique appearance and sweet, grape-like taste, these trees produce fruit directly on their trunks — a truly eye-catching feature. Perfect for tropical and subtropical regions, Jabuticaba Trees are slow-growing, long-lived, and ideal for both ornamental and edible landscapes.
Features
- Premium Quality Seeds: High germination Non-GMO seeds.
- Unique Tree Variety: Fruits grow directly from the trunk for a striking display.
- Delicious Fruit: Produces small, juicy, black grape-like fruits with sweet flavor.
- Perfect for Home Gardens: Compact and manageable tree suitable for pots or outdoor planting.
- Tropical Appeal: Adds exotic charm and shade to your garden.
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Myrciaria cauliflora
- Common Name: Brazilian Grape Tree / Jabuticaba
- Plant Type: Perennial, fruit-bearing tree
- Seed Type: Non-GMO, untreated
- Growth Habit: Compact, rounded canopy
- Mature Height: 10–20 feet
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Loamy, well-drained, slightly acidic soil
- Soil pH: 5.5–6.5
- Watering Needs: Regular watering; prefers moist soil
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11
- Planting Season: Spring or early summer
- Days to Germination: 30–45 days
- Fruit Bearing Time: 6–8 years from seed (faster from grafted stock)
- Temperature Range: 65°F–85°F (18°C–29°C)
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Planting Depth: 0.5 inch
- Spacing: 10–15 feet apart
- Tree Lifespan: Up to 80 years
Planting Guide
- Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours to soften the outer coat.
- Soil Preparation: Use rich, well-draining potting mix with compost or organic matter.
- Sowing: Plant seeds about 0.5 inch deep in moist soil.
- Light & Temperature: Keep in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.
- Watering: Maintain consistent moisture without waterlogging the soil.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors or into larger pots when they reach 6–8 inches tall.
- Maintenance: Mulch to retain moisture and prune lightly for shape.
- Harvest: Enjoy small, sweet fruits that appear directly on the trunk when mature.
