Orange Cherry of the Rio Grande (very rare & tasty) — $3.40 / seed
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https://www.huertasurbanas.com/product/pre-sale-orange-cherry-of-the-rio-grande-very-rare-and-tasty/Family: Myrtaceae
Taxon: Eugenia involucrata (orange-fruited selection)
🍍 New stock flying to USA. A scarce orange-skinned form of Cherry of the Rio Grande with a bright, sweet flavor and a hint of tartness—fantastic for fresh eating, jams, or dessert plates. Compact, ornamental, and container-friendly.
Why growers love itUnique orange phenotype of COTRG—eye-catching fruit on a handsome small tree/shrub.
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Cold-tolerant for a tropical fruit once established (mature plants reported hardy to around −6 to −4 °C / mid-20s °F).
Great texture & flavor (sweet with a light tang; collectors report apricot/pumpkin notes vs. the usual purple type).
Germination & care (quick start)
Seeds are recalcitrant—sow immediately, barely covered; keep evenly moist.
Ideal medium-warm temps: 26–30 °C (79–86 °F); typical emergence 3–6 weeks.
Bright shade to filtered sun for seedlings; protect from frost when young.
(These are the same proven parameters we use for Eugenia/Jaboticaba lines.)
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Freshness noteMost of our Eugenia & Jaboticaba seeds ship fresh and often pre-sprouted, which dramatically boosts take-rates. If you see a radicle, plant tip-down ~0.5 cm and keep humidity steady.
🍍Logistics
Ships from Florida, USA (partner fulfillment).
USA shipping: USD 10 · International: USD 30.
We pack in moist medium for transit, labeled by species/lot.
🍍Use cases
Collectors seeking unusual Myrtaceae, edible landscaping, patio/container fruiting, and breeding/selection projects.
🍍Availability
Very limited. Price: $3.40 per seed.
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Botanical notes & references: Orange-fruited COTRG is an uncommon selection of E. involucrata (standard type bears black or red-purple fruit); horticultural sources note similar culture to the purple form with fruit ripening orange in this selection. Hardiness and growth habit align with species-level data.
