All About Jaboticaba, the tree grape from Brazil!

Jabuticaba, botanically classified as Plinia cauliflora, is a South American fruit belonging to the Myrtaceae family. It is a tropical or subtropical evergreen tree native to Brazil that produces thick-skinned purple fruits that resemble large grapes. Jabuticaba is a small, dark-colored summer fruit that grows directly on trees.

Because of the fruit's resemblance to grapes, the plant is commonly referred to as the Brazilian grape tree. 

What do they taste like?

Their taste and appearance is most often compared to the muscadine grape — and they're even nicknamed 'the Brazilian grape'. Jabuticaba berries are both sweet and acidic, with tough, tart skin and a pale, fleshy centre that's incredibly sweet. 

What is Jabuticaba fruit good for?

Health Benefits

Remedies Respiratory Anomalies. Jabuticaba fruit has a positive impact on respiratory functions and mitigates the symptoms associated with asthma. 

Potent Anti-Inflammatory Effects. 

Promotes Hair Growth.

Prevents Cancer.

Augments Heart Health.

Remedies Diarrhoea

Good For The Gut.

You eat the skin of Jaboticaba?

The skin of these spheres is edible but with a harsh, herbal flavor from its high tannin content. Harvesters may use the skin medicinally (to treat coughing up blood, dysentery, or asthma), but most will discard it.

Can you eat Jaboticaba seeds?

The seeds are edible but not usually eaten. Once harvested they ferment quickly. They can be made into wine, jelly and jam how much skin to remove is a matter of personal preference as they have tannins.

Is Jaboticaba poisonous to dogs?

Jaboticaba fruit is okay for dogs to consume. It is a good source of antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. But be cautious; peel off the fruit's skin since it contains a high level of tannin, which can cause toxicity in dogs.

Where do they grow? 

Getting hold of these berries is no easy feat. They’re native to three states — Minas Gerais, Goiás and São Paolo — and in season for just a few weeks of the year. The way they grow is particularly striking; you’ll find them smothering the tree trunk rather than appearing among the leaves.

What do Jaboticaba taste like?

Their taste and appearance is most often compared to the muscadine grape — and they're even nicknamed 'the Brazilian grape'. Jabuticaba berries are both sweet and acidic, with tough, tart skin and a pale, fleshy centre that's incredibly sweet.