Place the jacaranda seeds into the water and let them soak for 24 hours, but no longer. Origin: Southeastern Brazil. Climate: It is a sub-tropical species. Trees are subtropical or tropical and can survive to 26F. Other name: Brazil cherry,. Introduction. Scoop a good-quality humus-rich potting mix into 4.5 litre pots until each is full to about 2.5 cm from the top. Grafting and air-layering are less common propagation methods, but are used in countries like Brazil where surinam cherries are commercially grown. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. It is hardy to zone (UK) 10. Eugenia brasiliensis is an evergreen Shrub growing to 8 m (26ft) by 8 m (26ft) at a slow rate. Can be grown in sun or in shade. To plant, simply separate the seeds from the flesh and place in a pot with well draining soil and consistent moisture. Since distributed to Australia and elswhere. Growing Environment. Generally a slow grower, the grumichama likes year-round water and care should be taken to avoid periods of drought. Grumichama, also called Brazil Cherry Eugenia brasiliensis (dombeyi) Origin: Indigenous to coastal areas of south east Brazil. The flowers are pollinated by Bees, Birds. Propagation. Using large pots will allow the jacaranda trees time to grow to a decent size. Family: Myrtaceae. Fill a small bowl, saucer or saucepan with water. Also seems to grow fairly well in warm tropical climates. Suitable pH: acid and neutral soils and can grow in very acid soils. Synonyms: Eugenia dombeyi, Myrtus dombeyi, Stenocalyx brasiliensis. GRUMICHAMA (Eugenia brasilensis) A tree of grumichama . The seeds will germinate in 3-4 weeks. Grumichama, also called Brazil cherry and Spanish cherry, is an attractive tree growing up to 45 feet in height with thick waxy oblong deep green 3 to 4 inch leaves. Mature plants can handle light frosts and will survive drought periods, but cropping deteriorates without regular rainfall or irrigation.