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'''Purple Guava''' is a tropical fruit belonging to the [[Myrtaceae]] family, and is scientifically known as ''[[Psidium guajava]]''. It is a close relative of the [[common guava]] (''Psidium guajava''), but is distinguished by its deep purple color, both in its skin and flesh.

== Description ==
The '''Purple Guava''' is a small tree or large shrub that typically grows to a height of 10 to 15 feet. The leaves are dark green and glossy, and the flowers are white with numerous stamens. The fruit is round or pear-shaped, with a thin, dark purple skin that is often covered with a white bloom. The flesh is also purple, sweet and aromatic, with numerous small, hard seeds.

== Cultivation ==
'''Purple Guava''' is cultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions around the world, including [[South America]], [[Central America]], the [[Caribbean]], [[Africa]], [[Asia]], and parts of the [[United States]] such as [[Florida]] and [[California]]. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. The tree is propagated by seeds, cuttings, or grafting.

== Uses ==
The fruit of the '''Purple Guava''' is eaten fresh or used in cooking. It is also used to make [[jams]], [[jellies]], [[juices]], and [[desserts]]. In addition to its culinary uses, the fruit is rich in [[vitamins]] and [[minerals]], particularly [[Vitamin C]] and [[potassium]], and has various [[medicinal]] uses. The leaves and bark of the tree are also used in traditional medicine.

== See also ==
* [[Guava]]
* [[Tropical fruit]]
* [[Fruit tree]]

[[Category:Fruits]]
[[Category:Tropical agriculture]]
[[Category:Myrtaceae]]

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