Luma, Chilean guava,

Amomyrtus luma

Physical Characteristics

Amomyrtus luma is an evergreen Shrub growing to 7.5 m (24ft 7in). It is frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

Distribution

S. America - Chile.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Secondary; Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[166]. About the size of a small blackcurrant, they are very aromatic and also contain a lot of seeds[K].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known