Eugenia hybrida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Veitch ex J.Dix
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Hort. Soc. London 2: 727. 1862 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000037251
Common Names
- Eugenia Hybrida
- Hybrida Eugenia
- Surinam Cherry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eugenia hybrida (also called Surinam cherry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers that produce edible, cherry-like fruits. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Eugenia hybrida is used for its timber, essential oils, and medicinal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eugenia hybrida is a spikelet with a single floret. The seed is a caryopsis with a thin, brittle seed coat. The seedlings have two short, pointed, hairy leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eugenia hybrida is a tropical plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Eugenia hybrida
Eugenia hybrida is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Eugenia hybrida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eugenia hybrida?
Eugenia hybrida
What is the common name of Eugenia hybrida?
Hybrid Eugenia
What type of plant is Eugenia hybrida?
Tree
Species in the Eugenia genus
Eugenia conduplicata, Eugenia magna, Eugenia manickamiana, Eugenia myrciariifolia, Eugenia rizziniana, Eugenia seithurensis, Eugenia yatuae, Eugenia subreticulata, Eugenia bergii, Eugenia belloi, Eugenia breedlovei, Eugenia cararensis, Eugenia cerrocacaoensis, Eugenia chavarriae, Eugenia cocosensis, Eugenia coibensis, Eugenia corusca, Eugenia earthiana, Eugenia esteliensis, Eugenia farinacea, Eugenia galbaoensis, Eugenia gomezii, Eugenia grayumii, Eugenia grijalvae, Eugenia hammelii, Eugenia hartshornii, Eugenia herrerae, Eugenia intibucana, Eugenia inversa, Eugenia lempana, Eugenia liesneri, Eugenia lithosperma, Eugenia locuples, Eugenia magniflora, Eugenia mcphersonii, Eugenia molinae, Eugenia monteverdensis, Eugenia paloverdensis, Eugenia quercetorum, Eugenia riosae, Eugenia sancarlosensis, Eugenia selvana, Eugenia shimishito, Eugenia tilarana, Eugenia verruculata, Eugenia zuchowskiae, Eugenia churutensis, Eugenia darcyi, Eugenia shettyana, Eugenia conchalensis,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,