10. Argentina can be divided
into 4 zones. In the north of
the subtropical lowlands in
the east and center of the
Pampas, in southern
Patagonia and Tierra del
Fuego and in the west the
Andes. The Pampa is as
large as France. The north
and center are moist, south
and west are dry.
11. NOTHOFAGUS BETULOIDES IS A SOUTH
AMERICAN TREE SPECIES THAT INHABITS THE
SOUTH OF ARGENTINA AND CHILE.
14. ASUNCION, PARAGUAY
Latin Name: Myrciaria spp. There are four species whose fruit is called jaboticaba.
Type: Tree
Native to: Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Northern Argentina
Fruit: The round jaboticaba fruits range in size from .25-1.5". They can range in color from green to dark purple. The
pulp inside is white or pink.
Size: These trees grow from 10-40' tall.
Hardiness: Can grow in Zones 9b-11
Propagation: Grafting, seeds (trees from seed can take up to 15 years to start producing fruit, so grafting is
preferred.)
Uses: The jaboticaba is eaten fresh or made into jellies, jams, and juices. They should be peeled to lessen the
amount of tannin.
