Ugni molinae
Chilean Guava
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Chilean Guava (Ugni molinae) - Description
Ugni molinae, commonly known as Chilean guava, or strawberry myrtle, is a shrub native to Chile and adjacent regions of southern Argentina. The Mapuche Native American name is "Uñi". It is in the same botanical family as the Guava. The fruit is sometimes marketed as "Ugniberry", as "New Zealand cranberry" in New Zealand, and the name "Tazziberry" has been trademarked in Australia, but it is not a native plant to these countries.
Chilean Guava (Ugni molinae) - Blooming
Blooms solitary, cup-shaped flowers followed by spherical berries that are edible.
Chilean Guava (Ugni molinae) - Growth
Ugni grows best in full sun or partial shade. Usually, the only species that is cultivated is U. molinae, for its foliage, flowers, and fruits. U. molinae works well in a border, as a hedge, or as an ornamental. In areas where Ugni is not growing hardy, raise plants indoors, in a cool greenhouse with a minimum temperature of 35F (2C). During the day, set temperatures between 41-50F (5-10C), and at night, keep the temperature at 36F (2C).
Chilean Guava (Ugni molinae) - Planting
Propagate Ugni from semi-ripe cuttings in late summer, using bottom heat. Semi-ripe cuttings are cuttings taken from semi-mature wood.
Chilean Guava (Ugni molinae) - Pest
Uncommon.
Chilean Guava (Ugni molinae) - Interesting facts
There are only 5-15 species of Ugni, endemic to the forests and scrub of South America. The leaves sometimes produce a spicy fragrance when crushed.
Chilean Guava (Ugni molinae) - Soil and irrigation
Ugni does best in any soil type as long as it is moist and well-draining.
