| Jungleplum | |
| Sideroxylon obtusifolium |
A small, purple fruited tree of the South American jungles. The 3/4" fruits ripen to dark purple and have green, translucent pulp with a succulent, sweet flavor.
Description: A deciduous or semi deciduous tree growing to 20-60 feet. Fruits ripen from January to February in its native range.
Hardiness: Unknown.
Growing Environment: Unknown.
Propagation: By seeds.
Uses: Fruits can be eaten fresh. The tree is not cultivated, but the fruits are sometimes gathered from the wild.
Native Range: Native to northeastern parts of Brazil and South America.