Bolwarra, Copper Laurel, Native Guava

A tropical and subtropical plant. It does best in rich moist soils. It suits a protected sunny position. It is damaged by drought and frost. It grows in the lowland rainforest. It can grow in full sun or shade. In Papua New Guinea is grows from sea level to 1250 m altitude. It needs well drained soil. It is often along creek banks. In the Cairns Botanical Gardens. It can grow in cooler places and tolerate light frosts. Melbourne Botanical gardens. Mt Cootha Botanical Gardens.

Also known as:

Soli

Edible Portion

Fruit

Where does Bolwarra grow?

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Found in: Australia, Pacific, Papua New Guinea, PNG

Notes: There are 2 Eupomatia species.

Growing Bolwarra, Copper Laurel, Native Guava

Cultivation: It can be grown from seed or cuttings. The flesh is removed and the seed sown fresh. Seed can be slow to germinate. It can take 1-6 months to germinate. A temperature above 25°C is probably necessary. Flowers are pollinated by beetles.

Edible Uses: The ripe fruit are eaten raw. The fruit become almost black when fully ripe and then fall. The juice from the fruit can be used for ice cream or yogurt. The seeds are bitter and should be avoided.

Production: Plants flower from November to March and fruit from January to June. The fruit fall to the ground when ripe.

Nutrition Info

per 100g edible portion

Edible Part	Energy (kcal)	Protein (g)	Iron (mg)	Vitamin A (ug)	Vitamin c (mg)	Zinc (mg)	% Water
Fruit	83	1	1.1	-	1	1.1	82.1

Bolwarra, Copper Laurel, Native Guava Photos

Bolwarra, Copper Laurel, Native Guava

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