Myrciaria glomerata, commonly known as (red cabeludinha) or (scarlet cabeluda), is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, endemic to the north and east of Brazil. Myrciaria glomerata has historically been used to incorrectly describe Myrciaria glazioviana.
Description
Myrciaria glomerata grows up to tall, and produces edible red fruits around in diameter. The fruit pulp is slightly yellow and rich in vitamin C.
The leaves of Myrciaria glomerata are simple, opposite, lanceolate, pinnate and chartaceous. They are between wide, and between long. The top of the leaves are bright dark green, and the underside is light green and very hairy. The hairiness of Myrciaria glomerata is helpful for the identification of this species.
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