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🍋 Yellow Jaboticaba (Myrciaria glazioviana ‘Cabeluda’) — 4″ Starter Tropical Fruit Tree 🌿
Golden fruit • low acidity • fuzzy leaves • true Atlantic Forest species
The Yellow Jaboticaba, known botanically as Myrciaria glazioviana and commonly called Cabeluda (“the hairy one”), is one of the most distinct and visually recognizable jaboticabas available to collectors and tropical fruit growers.
Unlike purple jaboticabas in the Plinia genus, Yellow Jaboticaba belongs to Myrciaria, a closely related but separate lineage with different leaf texture, fruit chemistry, and growth behavior. Its golden-yellow fruit, low acidity, and soft, fuzzy leaf undersides make it easy to identify — even long before fruiting begins.
Native to Brazil’s humid Atlantic Forest, this species produces candy-sweet fruit with notes of apricot, mango, and honey, balanced by refreshing juiciness and minimal tannin. Slow growing but resilient, it forms a sculptural canopy and classic cauliflorous fruiting habit, eventually turning its trunk into a living work of art.
This 4″ starter plant (~12–18 months old) is ideal for growers who enjoy the process of raising rare tropical fruit trees from an early stage, with patience and long-term rewards in mind.
🌿 Quick Facts (At-a-Glance)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Myrciaria glazioviana |
| Common Names | Yellow Jaboticaba, Cabeluda, Hairy Jaboticaba |
| Plant Type | Evergreen subtropical fruit tree (Myrtaceae) |
| Sale Size | 4″ starter container |
| Estimated Age | ~12–18 months old |
| Mature Height (Unpruned) | ~20–25 ft in ground |
| Managed Height (Containers) | 6–10 ft |
| USDA Zones | 9–11 outdoors • greenhouse/indoor elsewhere |
| Light Preference | Filtered / bright partial light strongly recommended |
| Cold Tolerance | Sensitive when young; protect below ~32°F |
| Soil / pH | Moist, well-drained, acidic (pH 5.5–6.5) |
| Wind / Salt | Fair wind tolerance • not salt tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Slow to moderate |
| Fruiting Habit | Cauliflorous (fruit on trunk & older wood) |
| Leaf ID Trait | Soft, fuzzy undersides — key identification feature |
| Spacing (In-Ground) | 10–12 ft (containers strongly recommended) |
🌿 What Sets Yellow Jaboticaba Apart (Early-Stage Clarity)
Many buyers ask “How is this different from other jaboticabas?”
Here’s what makes Yellow Jaboticaba unique — even at the 4″ stage:
- 🍋 Golden fruit (not purple) once mature
- 🍯 Low-acid, low-tannin sweetness
- 🍃 Fuzzy leaf undersides — rare and reliable ID trait
- 🌿 Different genus (Myrciaria, not Plinia)
- 🌳 Highly ornamental foliage and trunk form
- 🪴 Excellent container performance with steady moisture
This is a favorite for:
- Families seeking gentler fruit flavor
- Collectors who want clear identification before fruiting
- Growers who value ornamental beauty as much as harvest
🍈 Fruit, Flavor & Fruiting Habits
Fruit Appearance (When Mature)
- Ripe fruit turns golden yellow
- Slight fuzz on the skin (origin of the name Cabeluda)
- Forms directly on trunk and mature branches
Flavor Profile
- Candy-sweet, low acidity
- Apricot, mango, and honey notes
- Smooth, refreshing finish
Fruiting Timeline (Honest Expectations)
From a 4″ starter, plan for:
- ~4–6 years to consistent fruiting under excellent care
We intentionally overestimate timelines so expectations remain realistic and success feels rewarding.
🍃 Leaf Identification — Even Before Fruit
Yellow Jaboticaba is one of the easiest jaboticabas to identify by foliage alone.
Leaf Traits
- Medium-large leaves
- Glossy upper surface
- Soft, fuzzy undersides (distinctive)
- New growth often bronze-green before maturing
These fuzzy undersides:
- Reduce water loss
- Reflect its Atlantic Forest origin
- Serve as a reliable ID marker at the starter stage
🪴 Why GreenDreams Recommends Container Culture
At GreenDreams, we grow nearly all jaboticabas — including Yellow — in containers because container culture consistently outperforms in-ground planting, especially in Florida.
Container culture allows
- Precise control of acidic pH (5.5–6.5)
- Superior root oxygenation
- Support for heavy, frequent watering
- Easier cold protection and mobility
- Reduced micronutrient lockout over time
🌱 Our Proven 50/50 Growing Medium (Nursery Standard)
Yellow Jaboticaba roots need moisture and oxygen.
Recommended mix
- 50% peat moss or coconut coir
- 50% perlite or fine pine bark
Optional (small amounts): compost, worm castings, biochar
🚫 Avoid sand, clay, or dense garden soil in containers.
💧 Watering — The #1 Success Factor
Yellow Jaboticaba is a heavy water user, even at small sizes.
- 4″ containers: Check moisture daily
- Keep soil evenly moist, never dry
- Avoid waterlogging; drainage is critical
- In warm weather, light daily watering is often best
Consistent moisture directly impacts:
- Leaf health
- Root development
- Long-term fruiting potential
☀️ Light & Placement (Starter-Specific)
🌤 4″ Starter Plants
- Filtered or bright partial light only
- Avoid direct afternoon sun
- Ideal locations:
- Screened patios or lanais
- Under high canopy trees
- Bright indoor sunrooms
- Greenhouse benches
Direct sun on small plants often causes leaf scorch, growth stalls, or setback.
Pruning — Do Not Rush It
Yellow Jaboticaba does not tolerate hard pruning, especially when young.
- Do not prune 4″ starters
- Remove only damaged leaves if needed
- Fruit forms on older wood
- Allow natural structure to develop over time
🪴 Transplanting — Timing Matters
➡️ Wait at least 30 days OR until new growth appears (whichever comes later) before transplanting.
This allows:
- Recovery from shipping stress
- Active root growth
- Higher transplant success
Step-Up Plan
4″ → 1G → 3G → 7G → 15–30G
Transplant only when roots are clearly outgrowing the pot.
🌾 Seasonal Habits (Florida & Similar Climates)
- Evergreen year-round
- 3–5 growth flushes annually
- New leaves soft and bronze, maturing green with fuzzy undersides
- No true dormancy in mild winters — growth simply slows
🔍 Troubleshooting Guide (Starter Stage)
Yellowing leaves → pH too high → Acidic mix + chelated iron
Leaf scorch → Too much sun → Increase shade & humidity
Slow growth → Normal jaboticaba pace → Maintain warmth & moisture
Root issues → Dense soil → Repot into airy 50/50 mix
🌳 Is This Plant Right for You?
✅ Ideal for
- Florida & Gulf Coast gardeners (Zones 9–11)
- Greenhouse or indoor tropical growers
- Rare fruit collectors
- Patient growers who enjoy raising plants from youth
❌ Not ideal for
- Coastal salt exposure
- Dry, windy sites
- Erratic watering schedules
- Those seeking quick fruiting
🚚 Shipping & Handling (4″ Size)
- Ships Mondays via UPS Ground from Florida
- Best shipping: Florida, Southeast & Texas
- Nationwide shipping with buyer discretion in extreme temperatures
- Small plants may need extra recovery time after transit
📍 Local Pickup
GreenDreams Nursery & Farm
🌾 18709 US Hwy. 41, Spring Hill, FL 34610
🕘 Tue–Fri 9AM–5PM | 🌞 Sat 8AM–3PM
🌿 Stop by our regenerative nursery to see what’s blooming this week!
🌿 Beyond the Plant: GreenDreams Services
At GreenDreams, we do more than grow plants — we design, build, and restore ecosystems across Florida.
- 🌳 Onsite consultations & edible landscape design
- 🚜 Installation & project management
- 🚚 Bulk compost, mulch, biochar & soil
- 🌾 Wholesale & regenerative growing solutions
Let our team help you build your thriving edible paradise — starting with Yellow Jaboticaba (Cabeluda) 🌿
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.
Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.
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For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
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For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.
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We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.
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Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.
🌿 Important Shipping Information
Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.
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Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.
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Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.
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Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.
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Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better
Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants
1. Understanding of Shipping Stress
By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.
2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage
Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations
Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.
4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule
Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.
5.Extreme Weather Conditions
Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.
6. No Refund Policy
Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.
7. Responsibility of Care
Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.
8. Consent
By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.
These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.
