Guava
Botanical Name: Psidium guajava
Family Name: Myrtaceae
Plant Description: Small fruit tree with aromatic fruit
Ecosystem: Tropical forests, orchards
Size: 3–10 metres
Shape: Rounded crown, smooth bark
Geographical Origin: Central America
Current Distribution: Tropics worldwide
Flower Shapes and Colours: White, brush-like stamens
Seed Types and Size: Numerous small, hard seeds
Uses: Edible fruit, juice, leaf tea
Parts Used: Fruit, leaves
Medicinal Uses: Anti-diarrheal, supports immunity, rich in vitamin C
Planetary Influences: Sun
Metaphysical Uses: Vitality, cleansing
Elemental Association: Earth