{"product_id":"cas-guava-costa-rican-guava-psidium-friedrichsthalianum","title":"Psidium friedrichsthalianum, Costa Rican Guava Fruit Tree - Live Plant","description":"\u003ch3\u003eTangy Tropical Delight from Costa Rica\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cas Guava, Costa Rican Guava, Sour Guava, Cas\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Myrtaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central America, particularly Costa Rica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCas Guava (\u003cem\u003ePsidium friedrichsthalianum\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as Costa Rican Guava, is a small tropical fruit tree known for its unique and intensely tangy fruit. Native to Central America, particularly Costa Rica, Cas Guava is a popular fruit in tropical regions, often used to make refreshing beverages, juices, and jams due to its sour, citrusy flavor. This small, hardy tree is highly valued for its ability to grow in diverse conditions and its heavy fruit production. The fruits are smaller than common guavas and are highly aromatic, making them a standout in both home gardens and orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDistinctive Features, Uses, and Nutritional Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cas Guava produces small, round, greenish-yellow fruits with a strong, tangy flavor. The flesh is typically white or light yellow and filled with numerous small seeds. The fruits are rich in vitamin C and have a sour, citrusy flavor that makes them ideal for beverages, smoothies, jams, and sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tree has glossy, dark green leaves that are aromatic when crushed, giving off a pleasant guava scent. The dense foliage makes it an attractive addition to tropical gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cas Guava is a small, bushy tree that can grow up to 10-15 feet tall. It is drought-tolerant once established and can produce fruit prolifically, often within 2-3 years of planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary and Medicinal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCas Guava is most commonly used to make refreshing drinks known as “Cas fresco” in Costa Rica, where the fruit is blended with water and sugar to create a tart, tangy juice. The fruit is also used to make jams, jellies, and sauces. Due to its sour taste, it is rarely eaten fresh on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedicinally, Cas Guava is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, supporting immune health and protecting against oxidative stress. In traditional medicine, it is used to treat digestive issues, such as diarrhea and upset stomachs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubtropical to Tropical Fruiting Shrub\/Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarvest Season:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring, Summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eUp to 12 ft. tall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Moisture: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid planting guavas in low spots where cool air settles, as they don't like cold. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun, Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Fertile:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Fast, Fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZone Hardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutdoors 9-11 with frost protection\u003cspan\u003e; Patio\/Greenhouse 4+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis plant ships in plantable coconut coir pots or recyclable nursery pots! 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