Ugni candollei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
O.Berg
Source:
wcs
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 27: 388 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000329138
Common Names
- Ugni candollei
- Candolle's Ugni
- Candolle's Ugni
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ugni candollei (also called 'Candolle's Chilean Guava', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and white, fragrant flowers. It is native to Chile and is found in moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ugni candollei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for its edible fruits.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ugni candollei has white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ugni candollei is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.
Where to Find Ugni candollei
Ugni candollei is native to Chile and Argentina.
Ugni candollei FAQ
What are the common names of Ugni candollei?
Chilean Guava
What is the optimal light condition for Ugni candollei?
Bright, indirect light
What is the optimal temperature for Ugni candollei?
65-75°F (18-24°C)
Species in the Ugni genus
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-209694: Based on the initial data import
Otto Karl Berg (1815-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Berg' in the authors string.