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	'''Camu camu''' (''Myrciaria dubia'') is an evergreen Amazonian shrub or small tree in the genus [[Myrciaria]], family [[Myrtaceae]], and order [[Myrtales]]. It is adapted to periodically flooded river margins, a habitat distinction that matters when translating its wet-root ecology into garden or container culture.<sup>[[#cite_note-~~powo~~\|[1]]]</sup><sup>[[#cite_note-~~utp~~\|[2]]]</sup>		'''Camu camu''' (''Myrciaria dubia'') is an evergreen Amazonian shrub or small tree in the genus [[Myrciaria]], family [[Myrtaceae]], and order [[Myrtales]]. It is adapted to periodically flooded river margins, a habitat distinction that matters when translating its wet-root ecology into garden or container culture.<sup id="cite_ref-1">[[#cite_note-1\|[1]]]</sup><sup id="cite_ref-2">[[#cite_note-2\|[2]]]</sup>

	== Description ==		== Description ==
	Camu camu is a branched shrub or small tree commonly about 2–4 m tall. Its small fruits mature from red or maroon to purple-black and contain soft, juicy, sweet-to-acid pulp. The fruit is the feature most often associated with the crop, but the plant's floodplain habit is equally important for cultivation planning.~~<sup>~~[[#cite_note-~~utp~~\|[2]]]~~</sup>~~		Camu camu is a branched shrub or small tree commonly about 2–4 m tall. Its small fruits mature from red or maroon to purple-black and contain soft, juicy, sweet-to-acid pulp. The fruit is the feature most often associated with the crop, but the plant's floodplain habit is equally important for cultivation planning.[[#cite_note-2\|[2]]]

	== Distribution and habitat ==		== Distribution and habitat ==
	The species is native across parts of northern and western South America, including Amazonian Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, and Guyana. It commonly grows along rivers and in flooded forest, where lower stems or the root zone may be periodically immersed. Do not transfer dryland guava or Eugenia irrigation schedules to this species without accounting for that habitat.~~<sup>~~[[#cite_note-~~powo~~\|[1]]]~~</sup><sup>~~[[#cite_note-~~utp~~\|[2]]]~~</sup>~~		The species is native across parts of northern and western South America, including Amazonian Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, and Guyana. It commonly grows along rivers and in flooded forest, where lower stems or the root zone may be periodically immersed. Do not transfer dryland guava or Eugenia irrigation schedules to this species without accounting for that habitat.[[#cite_note-1\|[1]]][[#cite_note-2\|[2]]]

	== Cultivation ==		== Cultivation ==
	Camu camu needs reliable moisture and high atmospheric humidity. In an upland garden, reproduce the moisture-retentive, organic conditions of a floodplain without allowing a small container to become stagnant and anaerobic. The species is better suited to warm, humid climates than to dry interiors or cold winter sites.~~<sup>~~[[#cite_note-~~utp~~\|[2]]]~~</sup>~~		Camu camu needs reliable moisture and high atmospheric humidity. In an upland garden, reproduce the moisture-retentive, organic conditions of a floodplain without allowing a small container to become stagnant and anaerobic. The species is better suited to warm, humid climates than to dry interiors or cold winter sites.[[#cite_note-2\|[2]]]

	=== Soil and water ===		=== Soil and water ===
	Use a deep, fertile, humus-rich medium that stays moist. Floodplain plants can tolerate periodic inundation, but a pot or raised bed still needs enough aeration to avoid sour, stagnant conditions. The reviewed tropical-plant account notes a high iron demand; this is a source-specific observation, not a reason to add iron without a soil test. Protect young plants from drying out while roots establish.~~<sup>~~[[#cite_note-~~utp~~\|[2]]]~~</sup>~~		Use a deep, fertile, humus-rich medium that stays moist. Floodplain plants can tolerate periodic inundation, but a pot or raised bed still needs enough aeration to avoid sour, stagnant conditions. The reviewed tropical-plant account notes a high iron demand; this is a source-specific observation, not a reason to add iron without a soil test. Protect young plants from drying out while roots establish.[[#cite_note-2\|[2]]]

	=== Sun and humidity ===		=== Sun and humidity ===
	Bright light or full sun is useful where water supply is dependable. Native river margins are humid and open to intermittent light, but dense wet foliage should still have airflow. In dry climates, wind protection and humidity management are more important than simply adding irrigation to an exposed site.~~<sup>~~[[#cite_note-~~utp~~\|[2]]]~~</sup>~~		Bright light or full sun is useful where water supply is dependable. Native river margins are humid and open to intermittent light, but dense wet foliage should still have airflow. In dry climates, wind protection and humidity management are more important than simply adding irrigation to an exposed site.[[#cite_note-2\|[2]]]

	=== Seasonal changes ===		=== Seasonal changes ===
	The species' seasonal cycle follows river level and floodplain wetness rather than a single universal dry- or cool-season calendar. Flowering and harvest timing varies among river systems and was not established reliably in this research pass. Maintain moisture during local dry periods and protect the root zone from abrupt drying; reduce no water solely because the plant is grown in a container unless the plant's condition and drainage call for it.~~<sup>~~[[#cite_note-~~utp~~\|[2]]]~~</sup>~~		The species' seasonal cycle follows river level and floodplain wetness rather than a single universal dry- or cool-season calendar. Flowering and harvest timing varies among river systems and was not established reliably in this research pass. Maintain moisture during local dry periods and protect the root zone from abrupt drying; reduce no water solely because the plant is grown in a container unless the plant's condition and drainage call for it.[[#cite_note-2\|[2]]]

	== Propagation ==		== Propagation ==
	Seed, cuttings, and side-veneer grafting are documented. Fresh seed is preferred for viability, while vegetative methods are useful when a productive plant is being preserved. No universal germination schedule, rooting percentage, or grafting success rate is asserted here. Years to fruit is recorded as N/A because no reliable species-wide first-fruiting value was verified.~~<sup>~~[[#cite_note-~~utp~~\|[2]]]~~</sup>~~		Seed, cuttings, and side-veneer grafting are documented. Fresh seed is preferred for viability, while vegetative methods are useful when a productive plant is being preserved. No universal germination schedule, rooting percentage, or grafting success rate is asserted here. Years to fruit is recorded as N/A because no reliable species-wide first-fruiting value was verified.[[#cite_note-2\|[2]]]

	== Flowering, fruiting, and harvest ==		== Flowering, fruiting, and harvest ==
	Camu camu produces small fruits that become maroon to purple-black when ripe. A general flowering or harvest month range could not be defended across the species' broad floodplain distribution. Record local river-stage, flowering, and color-change observations rather than applying a calendar from another Amazonian region. Harvest ripe fruit for fresh use or processing, handling the soft fruit gently.~~<sup>~~[[#cite_note-~~utp~~\|[2]]]~~</sup>~~		Camu camu produces small fruits that become maroon to purple-black when ripe. A general flowering or harvest month range could not be defended across the species' broad floodplain distribution. Record local river-stage, flowering, and color-change observations rather than applying a calendar from another Amazonian region. Harvest ripe fruit for fresh use or processing, handling the soft fruit gently.[[#cite_note-2\|[2]]]

	== Fruit and uses ==		== Fruit and uses ==
	The fruit is eaten fresh and used in beverages, concentrates, and vitamin-C products. The pulp is notably acidic, so it is often combined with sweeter ingredients in drinks and preserves. Food-processing claims should not be extended to medicinal dosage or therapeutic efficacy without separate evidence.~~<sup>~~[[#cite_note-~~utp~~\|[2]]]~~</sup>~~		The fruit is eaten fresh and used in beverages, concentrates, and vitamin-C products. The pulp is notably acidic, so it is often combined with sweeter ingredients in drinks and preserves. Food-processing claims should not be extended to medicinal dosage or therapeutic efficacy without separate evidence.[[#cite_note-2\|[2]]]

	== Photos ==		== Photos ==
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	== References ==		== References ==

	* [https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:150111-2 Plants of the World Online: ''Myrciaria dubia''] — identity and range.		* <span id="cite_note-1"></span>[[#cite_ref-1\|↑]] '''[1]''' [https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:150111-2 Plants of the World Online: ''Myrciaria dubia''] — identity and range.
	* [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: ''Myrciaria dubia''] — habitat, cultivation, propagation, fruit, and uses.

	<~~ol>~~		* <span id="cite_note-2"></span>[[#cite_ref-2\|↑]] '''[2]''' [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: ''Myrciaria dubia''] — habitat, cultivation, propagation, fruit, and uses.

	~~<li~~ id="cite_note-~~powo~~">[1] [~~https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:150111~~-2 ~~Plants of the World Online: '~~'~~Myrciaria dubia~~''~~] — identity and range.</li>~~

	~~<li id="cite_note-utp">~~[2] [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: ''Myrciaria dubia''] — habitat, cultivation, propagation, fruit, and uses.~~</li>~~

	~~</ol>~~

	== Image credits ==		== Image credits ==

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	== Photos ==		== Photos ==
	[[File:Camucamu.jpg~~\|thumb\|right~~\|280px\|Detached ripe camu camu fruits in red, maroon, and purple stages; suitable for a fruit-use illustration, not a plant-habit image.]]		[[File:Camucamu.jpg\|280px\|Detached ripe camu camu fruits in red, maroon, and purple stages; suitable for a fruit-use illustration, not a plant-habit image.]]
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	== References ==		== References ==

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	'''Camu camu''' (''Myrciaria dubia'') is an evergreen Amazonian shrub or small tree in the genus [[Myrciaria]], family [[Myrtaceae]], and order [[Myrtales]]. It is adapted to periodically flooded river margins, a habitat distinction that matters when translating its wet-root ecology into garden or container culture.<~~ref name="~~powo" /><~~ref name="~~utp" />		'''Camu camu''' (''Myrciaria dubia'') is an evergreen Amazonian shrub or small tree in the genus [[Myrciaria]], family [[Myrtaceae]], and order [[Myrtales]]. It is adapted to periodically flooded river margins, a habitat distinction that matters when translating its wet-root ecology into garden or container culture.<sup>[[#cite_note-powo\|[1]]]</sup><sup>[[#cite_note-utp\|[2]]]</sup>

	== Description ==		== Description ==
	Camu camu is a branched shrub or small tree commonly about 2–4 m tall. Its small fruits mature from red or maroon to purple-black and contain soft, juicy, sweet-to-acid pulp. The fruit is the feature most often associated with the crop, but the plant's floodplain habit is equally important for cultivation planning.<~~ref name="~~utp" />		Camu camu is a branched shrub or small tree commonly about 2–4 m tall. Its small fruits mature from red or maroon to purple-black and contain soft, juicy, sweet-to-acid pulp. The fruit is the feature most often associated with the crop, but the plant's floodplain habit is equally important for cultivation planning.<sup>[[#cite_note-utp\|[2]]]</sup>

	== Distribution and habitat ==		== Distribution and habitat ==
	The species is native across parts of northern and western South America, including Amazonian Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, and Guyana. It commonly grows along rivers and in flooded forest, where lower stems or the root zone may be periodically immersed. Do not transfer dryland guava or Eugenia irrigation schedules to this species without accounting for that habitat.<~~ref name="~~powo" /><~~ref name="~~utp" />		The species is native across parts of northern and western South America, including Amazonian Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, and Guyana. It commonly grows along rivers and in flooded forest, where lower stems or the root zone may be periodically immersed. Do not transfer dryland guava or Eugenia irrigation schedules to this species without accounting for that habitat.<sup>[[#cite_note-powo\|[1]]]</sup><sup>[[#cite_note-utp\|[2]]]</sup>

	== Cultivation ==		== Cultivation ==
	Camu camu needs reliable moisture and high atmospheric humidity. In an upland garden, reproduce the moisture-retentive, organic conditions of a floodplain without allowing a small container to become stagnant and anaerobic. The species is better suited to warm, humid climates than to dry interiors or cold winter sites.<~~ref name="~~utp" />		Camu camu needs reliable moisture and high atmospheric humidity. In an upland garden, reproduce the moisture-retentive, organic conditions of a floodplain without allowing a small container to become stagnant and anaerobic. The species is better suited to warm, humid climates than to dry interiors or cold winter sites.<sup>[[#cite_note-utp\|[2]]]</sup>

	=== Soil and water ===		=== Soil and water ===
	Use a deep, fertile, humus-rich medium that stays moist. Floodplain plants can tolerate periodic inundation, but a pot or raised bed still needs enough aeration to avoid sour, stagnant conditions. The reviewed tropical-plant account notes a high iron demand; this is a source-specific observation, not a reason to add iron without a soil test. Protect young plants from drying out while roots establish.<~~ref name="~~utp" />		Use a deep, fertile, humus-rich medium that stays moist. Floodplain plants can tolerate periodic inundation, but a pot or raised bed still needs enough aeration to avoid sour, stagnant conditions. The reviewed tropical-plant account notes a high iron demand; this is a source-specific observation, not a reason to add iron without a soil test. Protect young plants from drying out while roots establish.<sup>[[#cite_note-utp\|[2]]]</sup>

	=== Sun and humidity ===		=== Sun and humidity ===
	Bright light or full sun is useful where water supply is dependable. Native river margins are humid and open to intermittent light, but dense wet foliage should still have airflow. In dry climates, wind protection and humidity management are more important than simply adding irrigation to an exposed site.<~~ref name="~~utp" />		Bright light or full sun is useful where water supply is dependable. Native river margins are humid and open to intermittent light, but dense wet foliage should still have airflow. In dry climates, wind protection and humidity management are more important than simply adding irrigation to an exposed site.<sup>[[#cite_note-utp\|[2]]]</sup>

	=== Seasonal changes ===		=== Seasonal changes ===
	The species' seasonal cycle follows river level and floodplain wetness rather than a single universal dry- or cool-season calendar. Flowering and harvest timing varies among river systems and was not established reliably in this research pass. Maintain moisture during local dry periods and protect the root zone from abrupt drying; reduce no water solely because the plant is grown in a container unless the plant's condition and drainage call for it.<~~ref name="~~utp" />		The species' seasonal cycle follows river level and floodplain wetness rather than a single universal dry- or cool-season calendar. Flowering and harvest timing varies among river systems and was not established reliably in this research pass. Maintain moisture during local dry periods and protect the root zone from abrupt drying; reduce no water solely because the plant is grown in a container unless the plant's condition and drainage call for it.<sup>[[#cite_note-utp\|[2]]]</sup>

	== Propagation ==		== Propagation ==
	Seed, cuttings, and side-veneer grafting are documented. Fresh seed is preferred for viability, while vegetative methods are useful when a productive plant is being preserved. No universal germination schedule, rooting percentage, or grafting success rate is asserted here. Years to fruit is recorded as N/A because no reliable species-wide first-fruiting value was verified.<~~ref name="~~utp" />		Seed, cuttings, and side-veneer grafting are documented. Fresh seed is preferred for viability, while vegetative methods are useful when a productive plant is being preserved. No universal germination schedule, rooting percentage, or grafting success rate is asserted here. Years to fruit is recorded as N/A because no reliable species-wide first-fruiting value was verified.<sup>[[#cite_note-utp\|[2]]]</sup>

	== Flowering, fruiting, and harvest ==		== Flowering, fruiting, and harvest ==
	Camu camu produces small fruits that become maroon to purple-black when ripe. A general flowering or harvest month range could not be defended across the species' broad floodplain distribution. Record local river-stage, flowering, and color-change observations rather than applying a calendar from another Amazonian region. Harvest ripe fruit for fresh use or processing, handling the soft fruit gently.<~~ref name="~~utp" />		Camu camu produces small fruits that become maroon to purple-black when ripe. A general flowering or harvest month range could not be defended across the species' broad floodplain distribution. Record local river-stage, flowering, and color-change observations rather than applying a calendar from another Amazonian region. Harvest ripe fruit for fresh use or processing, handling the soft fruit gently.<sup>[[#cite_note-utp\|[2]]]</sup>

	== Fruit and uses ==		== Fruit and uses ==
	The fruit is eaten fresh and used in beverages, concentrates, and vitamin-C products. The pulp is notably acidic, so it is often combined with sweeter ingredients in drinks and preserves. Food-processing claims should not be extended to medicinal dosage or therapeutic efficacy without separate evidence.<~~ref name="~~utp" />		The fruit is eaten fresh and used in beverages, concentrates, and vitamin-C products. The pulp is notably acidic, so it is often combined with sweeter ingredients in drinks and preserves. Food-processing claims should not be extended to medicinal dosage or therapeutic efficacy without separate evidence.<sup>[[#cite_note-utp\|[2]]]</sup>

	== Photos ==		== Photos ==
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	== References ==		== References ==
	~~<references />~~
	* [https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:150111-2 Plants of the World Online: ''Myrciaria dubia''] — identity and range.		* [https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:150111-2 Plants of the World Online: ''Myrciaria dubia''] — identity and range.
	* [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: ''Myrciaria dubia''] — habitat, cultivation, propagation, fruit, and uses.		* [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: ''Myrciaria dubia''] — habitat, cultivation, propagation, fruit, and uses.

			<ol>

			<li id="cite_note-powo">[1] [https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:150111-2 Plants of the World Online: ''Myrciaria dubia''] — identity and range.</li>

			<li id="cite_note-utp">[2] [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: ''Myrciaria dubia''] — habitat, cultivation, propagation, fruit, and uses.</li>

			</ol>

	== Image credits ==		== Image credits ==

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	~~'''Camu camu''' ('''''Myrciaria dubia'''''; also known as camu camu) is a Myrtaceae fruit plant grown for its fruit. The accepted scientific name is used as the canonical page title.~~		{\| class="wikitable" style="float: right; width: 320px; margin-left: 1.25em; margin-bottom: 1em;"

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	== ~~Identification and description~~ ==		== Description ==
	Camu camu is a small Amazonian Myrtaceae adapted to very wet sites and periodic flooding. In gardens it needs reliable moisture, acidic conditions, and protection from drying soil.		Camu camu is a small Amazonian Myrtaceae adapted to very wet sites and periodic flooding. In gardens it needs reliable moisture, acidic conditions, and protection from drying soil.

	The accepted genus, family, and order are [[Myrciaria]], [[Myrtaceae]], and [[Myrtales]].		The accepted genus, family, and order are [[Myrciaria]], [[Myrtaceae]], and [[Myrtales]].

	== ~~Growing~~ ==		== Cultivation ==
	Camu camu is a floodplain shrub of western Amazonian rivers and seasonally inundated margins. It tolerates wet roots better than most fruit crops, but container or upland culture still needs moisture, organic matter, and protection from drying.		Camu camu is a floodplain shrub of western Amazonian rivers and seasonally inundated margins. It tolerates wet roots better than most fruit crops, but container or upland culture still needs moisture, organic matter, and protection from drying.

	Moist acidic soil; naturally associated with periodically flooded Amazonian margins. Provide airflow and avoid standing water unless the species is being grown in a deliberately wet habitat.		Moist acidic soil; naturally associated with periodically flooded Amazonian margins. Provide airflow and avoid standing water unless the species is being grown in a deliberately wet habitat.

	=== Soil ===		=== Soil and water ===
	Moist acidic soil; naturally associated with periodically flooded Amazonian margins; preserve native drainage and organic-matter conditions rather than treating all tropical fruit trees alike.		Moist acidic soil; naturally associated with periodically flooded Amazonian margins; preserve native drainage and organic-matter conditions rather than treating all tropical fruit trees alike.

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	== Propagation ==		== Propagation ==
	Fresh seed 2–4 weeks; cuttings and grafting for selections. Seedlings may vary in fruit quality and maturity; use grafting or other clonal methods when a named selection must be preserved.		Fresh seed 2–4 weeks; cuttings and grafting for selections. Seedlings may vary in fruit quality and maturity; use grafting or other clonal methods when a named selection must be preserved.

	~~[[File:Camucamu.jpg\|thumb\|right\|280px\|Field view or fruit detail of Myrciaria dubia. Wikimedia Commons file page.]]~~

	== Flowering, fruiting, and harvest ==		== Flowering, fruiting, and harvest ==
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	The ripe fruit is eaten fresh and may be used in drinks, preserves, desserts, or regional savory preparations. Handle ripe fruit carefully because many tropical fruits soften rapidly after harvest.		The ripe fruit is eaten fresh and may be used in drinks, preserves, desserts, or regional savory preparations. Handle ripe fruit carefully because many tropical fruits soften rapidly after harvest.

			== Photos ==

	~~== Commentary ==~~		[[File:Camucamu.jpg\|thumb\|right\|280px\|Field view or fruit detail of Myrciaria dubia. Wikimedia Commons file page.]]
	~~Growers are welcome to share observations on the~~ [[~~Talk~~:Myrciaria dubia~~\|talk~~ page]]~~, including climate, provenance, propagation method, plant age, flowering, fruiting, and growing conditions.~~


	~~== Photos ==~~

	~~The images above show documented fruit, flower, or plant-habit views. See the individual Commons file pages in the image credits for authorship and license details.~~		<div style="clear: both;"></div>

	== ~~Sources~~ ==		== References ==
	* [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: Myrciaria dubia]		* [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: Myrciaria dubia]



	== Image credits ==		== Image credits ==

	* [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Fruto_de_Myrciaria_dubia.jpg Fruto de Myrciaria dubia.jpg] — Wikimedia Commons file page; creator and license are recorded on the source page.		* [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Fruto_de_Myrciaria_dubia.jpg Fruto de Myrciaria dubia.jpg] — Wikimedia Commons file page; creator and license are recorded on the source page.
	* [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Camucamu.jpg Camucamu.jpg] — Wikimedia Commons file page; creator and license are recorded on the source page.		* [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Camucamu.jpg Camucamu.jpg] — Wikimedia Commons file page; creator and license are recorded on the source page.

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	== Commentary ==		== Commentary ==
	Growers are welcome to share observations on the [[Talk:Myrciaria dubia\|talk page]], including climate, provenance, propagation method, plant age, flowering, fruiting, and growing conditions.		Growers are welcome to share observations on the [[Talk:Myrciaria dubia\|talk page]], including climate, provenance, propagation method, plant age, flowering, fruiting, and growing conditions.


	== Photos ==		== Photos ==
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	== Sources ==		== Sources ==
	* [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: Myrciaria dubia]		* [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: Myrciaria dubia]



	== Image credits ==		== Image credits ==

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	== Growing ==		== Growing ==
			Camu camu is a floodplain shrub of western Amazonian rivers and seasonally inundated margins. It tolerates wet roots better than most fruit crops, but container or upland culture still needs moisture, organic matter, and protection from drying.

	Moist acidic soil; naturally associated with periodically flooded Amazonian margins. Provide airflow and avoid standing water unless the species is being grown in a deliberately wet habitat.		Moist acidic soil; naturally associated with periodically flooded Amazonian margins. Provide airflow and avoid standing water unless the species is being grown in a deliberately wet habitat.

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	== Propagation ==		== Propagation ==
	Fresh seed 2–4 weeks; cuttings and grafting for selections. Seedlings may vary in fruit quality and maturity; use grafting or other clonal methods when a named selection must be preserved.		Fresh seed 2–4 weeks; cuttings and grafting for selections. Seedlings may vary in fruit quality and maturity; use grafting or other clonal methods when a named selection must be preserved.

			[[File:Camucamu.jpg\|thumb\|right\|280px\|Field view or fruit detail of Myrciaria dubia. Wikimedia Commons file page.]]

	== Flowering, fruiting, and harvest ==		== Flowering, fruiting, and harvest ==
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	The ripe fruit is eaten fresh and may be used in drinks, preserves, desserts, or regional savory preparations. Handle ripe fruit carefully because many tropical fruits soften rapidly after harvest.		The ripe fruit is eaten fresh and may be used in drinks, preserves, desserts, or regional savory preparations. Handle ripe fruit carefully because many tropical fruits soften rapidly after harvest.

	~~== Photos ==~~
	~~No image is included until an individual Wikimedia Commons file can be checked for subject accuracy and license.~~

	== Commentary ==		== Commentary ==
	Growers are welcome to share observations on the [[Talk:Myrciaria dubia\|talk page]], including climate, provenance, propagation method, plant age, flowering, fruiting, and growing conditions.		Growers are welcome to share observations on the [[Talk:Myrciaria dubia\|talk page]], including climate, provenance, propagation method, plant age, flowering, fruiting, and growing conditions.

			== Photos ==

			The images above show documented fruit, flower, or plant-habit views. See the individual Commons file pages in the image credits for authorship and license details.

	== Sources ==		== Sources ==
	* [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: Myrciaria dubia]		* [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: Myrciaria dubia]

			== Image credits ==

			* [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Fruto_de_Myrciaria_dubia.jpg Fruto de Myrciaria dubia.jpg] — Wikimedia Commons file page; creator and license are recorded on the source page.
			* [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Camucamu.jpg Camucamu.jpg] — Wikimedia Commons file page; creator and license are recorded on the source page.

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	[[Category:Myrtaceae]]		[[Category:Myrtaceae]]
	[[Category:Myrciaria]]		[[Category:Myrciaria]]

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'''Camu camu''' ('''''Myrciaria dubia'''''; also known as camu camu) is a Myrtaceae fruit plant grown for its fruit. The accepted scientific name is used as the canonical page title.

{| class="wikitable" style="float: right; width: 400px; margin-left: 1em; margin-bottom: 1em;"
|-
! colspan="2" style="background: #e8e8e8;" | Camu camu (''Myrciaria dubia'')
|-
! Scientific name
|| ''Myrciaria dubia''
|-
! Genus
|| [[Myrciaria]]
|-
! Family
|| [[Myrtaceae]]
|-
! Order
|| [[Myrtales]]
|-
! Growth and size
|| Shrub or small tree; 2–8 m
|-
! Climate and site
|| Moist acidic soil; naturally associated with periodically flooded Amazonian margins
|-
! Propagation
|| Fresh seed 2–4 weeks; cuttings and grafting for selections
|-
! Fruit and harvest
|| Seasonal river-margin crop; red to purple fruit with acidic pulp
|}

== Identification and description ==
Camu camu is a small Amazonian Myrtaceae adapted to very wet sites and periodic flooding. In gardens it needs reliable moisture, acidic conditions, and protection from drying soil.

The accepted genus, family, and order are [[Myrciaria]], [[Myrtaceae]], and [[Myrtales]].

== Growing ==
Moist acidic soil; naturally associated with periodically flooded Amazonian margins. Provide airflow and avoid standing water unless the species is being grown in a deliberately wet habitat.

=== Soil ===
Moist acidic soil; naturally associated with periodically flooded Amazonian margins; preserve native drainage and organic-matter conditions rather than treating all tropical fruit trees alike.

=== Sun and humidity ===
Most plants in this group prefer bright light; young trees may need shelter while roots establish. Humidity should be paired with airflow, not stagnant enclosure.

=== Seasonal changes ===
Flowering and harvest vary with local wet/dry or cool/warm cycles. Adjust irrigation to the species' native rhythm and protect warm-tropical plants during cool weather.

== Propagation ==
Fresh seed 2–4 weeks; cuttings and grafting for selections. Seedlings may vary in fruit quality and maturity; use grafting or other clonal methods when a named selection must be preserved.

== Flowering, fruiting, and harvest ==
Seasonal river-margin crop; red to purple fruit with acidic pulp. Local climate, cultivar, rootstock, pollination, and rainfall can shift the calendar substantially.

== Fruit and uses ==
The ripe fruit is eaten fresh and may be used in drinks, preserves, desserts, or regional savory preparations. Handle ripe fruit carefully because many tropical fruits soften rapidly after harvest.

== Photos ==
No image is included until an individual Wikimedia Commons file can be checked for subject accuracy and license.

== Commentary ==
Growers are welcome to share observations on the [[Talk:Myrciaria dubia|talk page]], including climate, provenance, propagation method, plant age, flowering, fruiting, and growing conditions.

== Sources ==
* [https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Myrciaria+dubia Useful Tropical Plants: Myrciaria dubia]

[[Category:Fruits]]
[[Category:Myrtaceae]]
[[Category:Myrciaria]]