Red guava seeds

Common name: Red Guava Scientific name: Psidium guajava L Guava is a perennial tree from the Myrtaceae family, fast-growing, evergreen, reaching up to 40 years of age, but its fruit production decreases after 15 years. It has one or more trunks covered with soft, thin bark that is copper-colored and constantly peels to reveal the greenish layer underneath. Its leaves are simple, opposite, oval-shaped, with a length ranging from 5-15 cm. It is a popular, inexpensive fruit with high nutritional value that surpasses other fruits. Its evergreen foliage, vibrant flowers, and lush shade have made many people plant it as an ornamental tree. Red Guava flowers: small-sized, white in color. Red Guava fruit and seeds: its fruit is pear-shaped or oval, with a stronger flavor than other types of guava. Its peel is green, and the inside is light red. It measures 5-10 cm in diameter and contains yellow seeds inside. Propagation season: Guava is planted at the end of summer and throughout the fall. It can also be cultivated year-round in agricultural greenhouses, enclosed or plastic-covered areas where temperature can be controlled, and where the plant receives sufficient sunlight. Suitable climate and soil for red guava cultivation: It grows in various types of soil, including sandy, calcareous, or clay soils. It needs sunlight and can tolerate high temperatures up to 50°C. Its growth stops at low temperatures but resumes with warmth. It is sensitive to frost and drought and should be watered regularly. Method of planting red guava: It propagates through seeds soaked in water for at least 24 hours, then planted in soil at a depth of no more than 1 cm. It typically grows to about one meter in height within a year. It can also be fertilized with organic fertilizer at least once to accelerate growth and development. Benefits and uses: It is used for eating, has multiple health benefits, and its fruit is used in juices and jams. Original habitat: Central America, and it is widespread in many Arab countries.