Guava (Amrood)

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Guava a Species of Guavas



Common Name

Amrood

Lemon Guava

Guava 

Yellow Guava


Botanical Name

Psidium Guajava



Information


Guava (Psidium guajava) is a fruit-producing evergreen shrub that grows natively in the Caribbean region and South America. Guava attracts the honey bee and other insects. Guava fruit is edible and guava wood is used for smoking meat.


Name Story


Common guava, Guava

The term guava was derived from the Arawak word "guayabo", meaning "guava tree". It refers not only to Psidium guajava, commonly known as guava in the English language but also to its fruit and several other shrubs and trees of the genus Psidium..


Interesting Facts


Guava is famous for its beautiful and colorful flowers. Especially as spring goes away and so does the blooming season, the flaming red flowers leap onto the branches and are captivating.


Characteristics


Plant Type

Tree, Shrub


Lifespan

Perennial


Bloom Time

All year around


Plant Height

26 to 43 feet

Spread

20 to 43 feet

Flower Size

0.4 to 0.8 inch

Habitat

Disturbed places, pastures, plantations, other similar habitats

Flower Color

WhiteYellow

Leaf Color

Green

Fruit Color

GreenYellow

Stem Color

Green



Conditions Requirement



Difficulty Rating

Guava is super easy to take care of, with resistance to almost all pests and diseases. It is a perfect option for gardeners with brown thumbs.


Sunlight

Full sun


Hardiness

20 ℉


Hardiness Zones

9 to 11


Soil

Clay, loam, sand; well drained; slightly acidic, neutral

Care Guide



Water

When initially planted, Guava should be watered regularly until established. After establishment, it may be watered deeply and allowed to dry thoroughly before watering again in monthly intervals. Guava prefers well-drained soils but will grow in sodden soils that are subject to flooding seasonally.


Fertilization

Fertilization once in spring.


Pruning

Shape the plant every 2 months during the growing season.


Planting Time

Spring, Autumn


Harvest Time

Autumn, Summer


Propagation

Cutting, Layering


Scientific classification


Genus

Psidium - Guavas

Family

Myrtaceae - Myrtle

Order

Myrtales - Myrtle order, Myrtles, evening primroses, and allies

Class

Magnoliopsida - Dicotyledons, Dicots, Eudicots

Phylum

Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes


Plant Distribution


Guava is native to Asia and Australia but escaped cultivation and is now invasive in Hawaii, southern Africa, New Zealand, Tonga, New Caledonia, Fiji, the Galapagos Islands, and French Polynesia. This tree invades by forming dense thickets in disturbed areas, riparian habitats, shrublands, and the understories of forests. These thickets compete with and push out native vegetation.

The key to guava's success is that it thrives in a variety of habitats and climates. This tree grows in both dry and humid climates, is drought tolerant, and is not picky about soil conditions. Despite being invasive, guava is beloved for its fruit and is often cultivated in gardens, which only solidifies its presence.


Uses


Economic Value

Common guava can be used to make fruit sauce, pudding and other foods.

Garden Use

Guava can be planted in backyard gardens as an ornamental or fruit tree. Its small size and popular, brightly colored, sweetly tasty fruit make it a popular choice. It grows well alongside citrus trees, and Marigold, Borage, and Comfrey do well nearby.





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