Plinia inflata
Psidium sp. ‘Colombian Creme’
The Psidium sp. ‘Colombian Cream’ guava is certainly a very interesting and distinct species that has entered my collection. It is easily the most vigorous Psidium spp. that I’ve grown and it has a very distinct foliage. The fruit has a brownish russeted exterior that definitely disguises it well within the trees foliage and canopy. The fruit is said to have a creamy delicious flesh which. It is also from an area that infers that it has some cold hardiness. There’s not a lot known about this species or even it’s true identity as the species has not been identified. So join me in taking advantage of this beautiful on the inside guava!
Family: Myrtaceae
Name: Psidium sp. ‘Colombian Cream’
Common Name / Native Name: ‘Creme gigante’ ‘Colombian Cream’
Range: Lago Tarapoto
Sun: Part shade/Full sun
Height: Unknown
Width: Unknown
Foliage: Beautiful lanceolate Psidium sp. Leaves with deep ridges
Flower: Unknown
Fruit: Medium sized fruits with a russeted exterior and a creamy yellow interior
Soil Type/ pH: Unknown
USDA Climate Zones: Unknown
Cold Hardiness: Undetermined but reported to tolerate brief periods of frost
Edibility: A supposedly very pleasant tasting guava with a creamy and delicious texture. Great eaten out of hand.
Age to maturity: Unknown
Sources: Hapa Joe Exotic Farm