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Lemon Guava Psidium littorale (Psidium cattleianum lucidum) a.k.a. Yellow Strawberry Guava
Yellow guava, similar to the strawberry guava except fruits
are often slightly larger (1-3"). Flesh is yellow, very fragrant,
with the suggestion of a lemon-guava like flavor. |
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Uses |
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Usually eaten fresh or used to flavor beverages, ice creams, and desserts. |
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Plant Cultivation |
| Small bush or tree to 20-25ft, although often much smaller. The lemon
guava is very adaptable and can be grown outdoors throughout much of Florida
and California. It will fruit in a container almost anywhere if protected
from hard freezes. Lemon guava's are hardy to 22F when full grown. Trees
grow well in full sun and with ample water, although short periods of
drought will not harm the plant. Lots of water is needed during fruit
development and for proper ripening to occur. See also: strawberry
guava (Psidium cattlenium) Propagation: Usually by seed, sometimes by cuttings. |
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Origin and Distribution |
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Native to coastal areas of Eastern Brazil. The strawberry guava is now a weed in many parts of the tropics where it has quickly adapted to a variety of climates. There are major infestations on Hawaii and many Caribbean islands. In tropical climates, the strawberry guava is most often found growing at higher elevations, where the mean temperature is much cooler. |
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