Sabra Jaboticaba

The Sabara Jaboticaba is the most well-known and widely grown cultivar of Jaboticaba, a unique Brazilian fruit tree that produces jet-black fruit directly on its trunk and branches — a showstopping look that makes it one of the most ornamental and intriguing tropical trees on Earth.

This cultivar is beloved for its sweet, grape-like flavor, reliable fruiting, and compact size. Whether planted in the ground or grown in a container, Sabara offers both beauty and flavor in a one-of-a-kind package.

🌿 Tree Growth

• Small, slow-growing tree reaching 10–15 ft at maturity

• Compact and easily pruned — ideal for pots, patios, or small landscapes

• Smooth, peeling bark and dense, glossy foliage

• Fruits directly on the trunk and older branches (cauliflory)

• Begins fruiting in 5–7 years from seed or 3–4 years from grafted stock

🍇 Fruit Description

• Round, grape-sized fruit with deep purple to black skin

• Translucent, jelly-like white pulp with sweet, tropical grape flavor

• Eaten fresh or used for jam, jelly, wine, and liqueurs

• Fruits in clusters directly along the wood, making it easy to harvest

• Thin skin with a hint of tartness — a balance of sweet and tangy

❄️ Cold Tolerance

• USDA Zones 9b–11

• Can tolerate brief dips into the upper 20s°F once mature

• Performs well in South Florida and protected warm zones

• Excellent container specimen for growers in cooler climates

📅 Harvest Season

• Multiple fruiting flushes per year in ideal conditions (up to 4 crops annually)

• Fast ripening: fruit matures in ~30 days from flower

• First major harvest often occurs in late spring or early summer

💼 Ideal For

• Rare fruit collectors, edible landscapes, and patio orchards

• Nurseries catering to tropical fruit enthusiasts and home gardeners

• Farms and growers wanting eye-catching, value-added fruit trees

• Schools, botanical gardens, and interactive educational gardens

🔒 Zill High Performance Notes

Our Sabara Jaboticaba trees are field-hardened and grown from select seed or grafted stock, chosen for dense branching, strong trunks, and early fruiting potential. These trees are slow but incredibly rewarding — beautiful, productive, and unforgettable in any setting.