Psidium cattleianum var. lucidum

Also Known As

Psidium littorale
Lemon Guava
Strawberry Guava

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 4'-25'
W: 2'-20'

planting zones

10a-11

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Psidium cattleianum var. lucidum plant details

Psidium cattleianum var. lucidum is a broadleaf evergreen fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge followed by green, red and yellow fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Psidium cattleianum var. lucidum

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 20 FT - wide, 4 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Psidium cattleianum var. lucidum

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Yellow lemon guava, similar to the strawberry guava except fruits are often slightly larger (1-2"). Flesh is yellow, very fragrant, with the suggestion of a lemon-guava like flavor. Small bush or tree to 5-25ft. The frilly white flowers are often borne a couple of times a year, concentrated during warmer months. Lemon guava's are hardy to 22F when full grown.

By: Florida Hill Nursery

The Lemon Guava is a tasty tropical plant that's well suited for container growing. The sweet, yellow fruit arrives in abundance from summer through fall. It can be grown successfully as a potted plant in northern zones.