Savory Dishes: Used in chutneys
Pruning: Needs occasional pruning to shape the tree and remove dead or damaged branches
A Natural Superfood: Packed with essential nutrients
sharing botanical kinship with other well-known fruits like guava (Psidium guajava) and jaboticaba
lesser-known species into the gardens of those who value nature
Pequi Live Plant (Caryocar brasiliense) Plant Type:Seedling Plant Savory Dishes: Used in chutneysPequi is a spiny, tropical fruit native to Brazil, especially the Cerrado region, with a strong, unique flavor often described as a mix of citrus, pineapple, and hazelnut. The bright yellow pulp surrounding a large, hard shelled seed is edible after cooking and is used to flavor dishes like chicken and rice, while the fruit's oil is used in cosmetics and food products. Due to its sharp, spiny rind, the fruit is considered "dangerous" and requires