Surinam Cherry Live Plant, Eugenia uniflora, Pitanga Fruit Tree, 3–4 Feet Tall, 3 Gallon Pot, Edible Tropical Evergreen

Surinam Cherry Live Plant – Pitanga Tropical Fruit Tree (Eugenia uniflora)

Add an unusual tropical fruit plant to your home garden with this Surinam Cherry (Eugenia uniflora). Also known as Pitanga, Brazilian Cherry, and Suriname Cherry, this attractive evergreen shrub or small tree is valued for its glossy aromatic foliage, delicate white flowers, and uniquely shaped edible fruit.

Surinam Cherry is a wonderful choice for gardeners who enjoy growing distinctive tropical fruit plants with both ornamental beauty and edible harvests.

🌱 Plant Details

• Common names: Surinam Cherry, Pitanga, Brazilian Cherry

• Botanical name: Eugenia uniflora

• Plant type: Evergreen fruiting shrub or small tree

• Plant height: Approximately 3–4 feet tall

• Shipping pot: 3-gallon nursery pot

• Fruit: Edible, deeply ribbed berries

• Quantity: 1 live plant

🌿 Attractive Evergreen Foliage

Surinam Cherry features glossy, aromatic green leaves. New growth often emerges in beautiful coppery-bronze or pinkish shades, adding extra color and visual interest to the plant.

Small, delicate white flowers appear before the distinctive fruit develops.

🍒 Unique Pitanga Fruit

One of the most recognizable features of Surinam Cherry is its unusual, deeply ribbed fruit, often described as pumpkin-shaped.

As the fruit matures, its color changes through several stages:

• Green

• Orange

• Bright red

• Deep maroon or near-black in black-fruited varieties

😋 Sweet-Tart Tropical Flavor

Surinam Cherry fruit has a distinctive sweet-tart flavor with complex fruity notes and a slightly resinous or peppery finish.

Its unusual flavor makes it an interesting addition to a tropical fruit collection and a fun fruit to experience fresh from the garden.

🪴 An Ornamental & Edible Garden Plant

With attractive evergreen foliage, delicate flowers, and colorful fruit, Surinam Cherry offers both ornamental appeal and edible interest. It can be grown as a large shrub or small tree in suitable growing conditions.

📦 Shipping & Plant Arrival

You will receive one live Surinam Cherry plant, approximately 3–4 feet tall, shipped in a 3-gallon nursery pot.

Natural variations in foliage, branching, and plant shape are normal. Temporary leaf changes or shipping stress may occur during transit. Please unpack your plant promptly after delivery and allow it time to acclimate.

Please Note: This listing is for one live plant, not fresh fruit or seeds. Fruit production depends on plant maturity and growing conditions. Flowers or fruit are not guaranteed upon arrival.