Ever seen a Jabuticaba Tree?

[MacUser]

The Jabuticaba Tree.
http://www.kuriositas.com/2010/04/jabut ... n-its.html

Otherwise known as the Brazilian Grape Tree, this plant is native to South America, notably Paraguay, Argentina and (obviously from its name) mostly from Brazil. The fruit, a succulent looking purple color, can be plucked and eaten straight from the tree.










It is also a popular ingredient in jellies and is also juiced to make a refreshing summer drink. What is more, it can be fermented and made into wine and strong liquor. After three days off the tree the fermentation will begin, so sometimes, there is no choice; honestly.

If your tonsils are swollen you can also use it to try and alleviate the inflammation. It is also hoped that the tree will be useful in the fight against cancer, as several anti-cancer compounds have been found in the fruit.


Thought it was interesting to say the least. Enjoy!

Btw.. you can buy the juice & jam here.
http://www.ybakoara.com/site/

[PastorDaniel]

awesome

[dalebert]

I have never seen such a thing....awesome stuff!

[MacUser]

I have never seen such a thing....awesome stuff!

Indeed. I wish I could find one locally or see if one would grow on my place.

[dolfan]

Mac, I thought the same thing.

Apparently, they are readily available in southern Florida for sale. One place says they start bearing fruit at about 8-10 years old. Slow growers, evidently.

[Jennifer Smith]

They look like grapes. I wonder what they taste like. Have you tried them?

[Merrie]

From my friend who lives in Brazil, they have a tree in their backyard and she sent me a pic recently of the tree in bloom. I asked her if they were kind of like grapes. This is her answer:

"they are... but they are darker than grapes (dark violet) and they are not as sweet... they have a bit (very bit) of a sour, i think... it's different... I like them!"