| Guava is a small tropical tree that grows up to 35 feet tall; it has spreading branches and smooth bark. The leathery leaves are opposite oblong-elliptic and have pronounced veins. When crushed they are aromatic. The flowers are white and somewhat fragrant. Although a tropical species, the tree can withstand some cold for a short period of time but no more than a few degrees of frost. Guava is widely grown for its fruit in the tropics. It has a distinctive fresh aroma with a sweet musk odour and the vitamin C content is higher than in citrus. The juicy, fruit pulp is used in drinks or made into jelly. 15 seeds |