jaboticaba

• Substantivo que designa uma pequena árvore frutífera tropical perene nativa do Brasil, ou o seu fruto comestível de casca dura e cor roxa, semelhante à uva, que cresce diretamente nos galhos.

A noun referring to a small evergreen tropical tree native to Brazil and the West Indies, or its edible, tough-skinned, purple grape-like fruit that grows directly on the branches.

1. C1formal

   A small evergreen tropical tree native to Brazil and the West Indies, also introduced to the southern United States.

   Árvore tropical

   • The jaboticaba tree is known for its unique fruit that grows directly on the trunk.
   • In Brazil, jaboticaba trees are commonly found in gardens and orchards.
   • The jaboticaba tree can reach up to 15 meters in height in its natural habitat.

2. Edible fruitC1formal

   A tough-skinned, purple, grapelike tropical fruit that grows along the branches of the jaboticaba tree.

   Fruta comestível

   • Jaboticaba fruit is often eaten fresh or used to make jellies and wines.
   • The purple skin of the jaboticaba is thick but edible.
   • In Brazil, jaboticaba is a popular ingredient in desserts and liqueurs.