Acupaulista Jaboticaba (approch graft)

Açú Paulista Jaboticaba (Plinia cauliflora var. Açú Paulista)

The Açú Paulista Jaboticaba is a rare and prized variety of the Brazilian Jaboticaba, cherished for its large, juicy fruits and prolific fruiting habit. This cultivar is notable for its enormous, deep purple-black berries that can reach the size of a small plum—much larger than common Jaboticaba varieties. The name “Açú” means “big” in Tupi, referring to its oversized fruit, and “Paulista” indicates its origin from the São Paulo region of Brazil.

The fruit grows directly on the trunk and branches (a trait called cauliflory), creating a dramatic and ornamental appearance. Its pulp is translucent, jelly-like, and bursting with a sweet grape-like flavor with mild acidity, making it ideal for eating fresh, or turning into jams, wines, juices, and desserts.

This tropical tree prefers a warm, humid climate and slightly acidic, well-draining soil. It thrives in partial shade to full sun and is ideal for home gardens, orchards, and even large containers. Though it may grow slowly at first, it becomes a long-lived and highly productive fruit tree. With its stunning look, massive fruits, and delicious taste, Açú Paulista Jaboticaba is a collector’s favorite and a showstopper in any tropical fruit garden.