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Surinam cherry

Eugenia uniflora

Photo by auntnance123
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Field Notes

Description:

shiny-leaved woody shrub

Habitat:

spotted behind a large cactus

Species ID Suggestions

Surinam cherry

Eugenia uniflora
Seema
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Comments (2)
auntnance123
Thank you, Seema, for the scientific name. And @DBO, appreciate all the alternative common names. Personally, they are not one of my favorites but the birds are real fond of them.
DDO
Surinam Cherry, Brazilian Cherry, or Cayenne Cherry, or simply Pitanga! I love it!

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PublishedApril 21, 2011

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