{"product_id":"costa-rica-guava-psidium-friedrichsthalianum-fro-10-stk","title":"Costa Rica guava (Psidium friedrichsthalianum) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePsidium friedrichsthalianum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Costa Rica guava\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names: \u003c\/strong\u003eCosta Rican guava, cas guava\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"641\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"340\"\u003ePsidium friedrichsthalianum\u003c\/em\u003e is a rare and exciting fruit species from Central America, particularly Costa Rica and Nicaragua, where it is known by the name \u003cstrong data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"470\"\u003ecas guava\u003c\/strong\u003e. It belongs to the same genus as the common guava (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/guava-psidium-guajava-fro-10-stk?\" title=\"Guava (Psidium guajava)\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"541\"\u003ePsidium guajava\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e), but differs with its small, tart fruits, which are primarily used for drinks and jams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eThe tree is evergreen, medium-sized, and has a beautiful, rounded growth habit with glossy, dark green leaves. The white flowers are simple but decorative, and develop into small, round fruits of 3–6 cm that turn yellow when ripe. The flesh is aromatic, fresh, and distinctly tart – ideal for juice, smoothies, and the traditional Costa Rican drink “fresco de cas.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003ePsidium friedrichsthalianum\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in warm climates and requires full sun and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. It can tolerate brief temperature drops, but is not frost-resistant and should therefore be grown in Denmark in a greenhouse, conservatory, or in large pots that can be overwintered frost-free. Minimum temperature approx. 5–10 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eThe tree is fast-growing and relatively undemanding, but sets fruit best if it receives regular watering and supplemental nutrients during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eCultivation from seed:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eThe seeds are sown in a well-drained seed compost and covered lightly. They should be kept moist at a temperature of 22–28 °C. Germination usually occurs after 3–8 weeks, but may take longer depending on the freshness of the seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003eThe fruits of \u003cem data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003ePsidium friedrichsthalianum\u003c\/em\u003e are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants and have great local importance in Central America, especially for the production of juice and jam. The tree also has ornamental value as an evergreen and compact fruit tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003ePsidium friedrichsthalianum\u003c\/em\u003e is a rare guava that combines exotic appearance with fruits that offer a fresh and tart taste experience – an obvious choice for collectors and fruit enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54491927314700,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Psidiumfriedrichsthalianum_08be93ae-bdd8-4902-955c-ef2536e6e648.jpg?v=1759510067","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/costa-rica-guava-psidium-friedrichsthalianum-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}