Uñi (Ugni molinae)

Family: Myrtaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (5/5)

Ugni molinae is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft) commonly known as Chilean guava, strawberry myrtle, Ugniberry, or New Zealand cranberry. An excellent ornamental plant with a beautiful strawberry aroma. Often grown as a low growing hedge or a container specimen. It was a favourite fruit of Queen Victoria having been introduced to the UK in 1844.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Nuts/Seeds, Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

delicious flavour, it is very aromatic and tastes of wild strawberries. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; An absolutely delicious flavour, it is very aromatic and tastes of wild strawberries.; The fruit is about 15mm in diameter and is freely borne even on small plants.; Leaves are a tea substitute.

Habitat & North American Range

Woodland edges and scrub. (Zone 7)