Plinia cauliflora

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Plinia cauliflora

Common name:
Brazilian Grape

Local name:
Jabuticaba

Country:
Brazil

Food Group(s):
Fruit

Part of plant/stage of process:
pulp, with peel, raw

It can be consumed fresh, but also in the form of jams, jellies, liquor or wine. It contains many proteins, low in carbohydrates and high in calcium, phosphorus, and very rich in vitamin C.