Plate XIII.—Brazilian Plum, or Spanish Cherry.
One half natural size.
G. P. W. Collection. [Plate XIV]
Eugenia uniflora.
FRENCH CHERRY.
This shrub is said to be a native of Brazil. In Hawaii, it is a common garden plant, sometimes reaching a height of 10 feet. Its glossy leaves are ovate-lanceolate, and its peduncles short. It has small, single, white fragrant flowers. The mature fruit, which resembles a cherry, is about 1 inch in diameter, and is ribbed longitudinally. It has a delicious, spicy, acid flavor. There is generally one large, round, smooth seed.
Plate XIV.—French Cherry.
One third natural size.