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Common guava

Psidium guajava

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Myrtales ›Family: Myrtaceae ›Genus: Psidium

About

Psidium guajava, the common guava, yellow guava, or lemon guava (known as goiaba in Portuguese and guayaba in Spanish) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean, Central America and South America. It is easily pollinated by insects; in culture, mainly by the common honey bee, Apis mellifera.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common guava?
The scientific name of Common guava is Psidium guajava.
What is the conservation status of Common guava?
The Common guava has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Common guava belong to?
Common guava belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Common guava belong to?
Common guava belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Common guava belong to?
Common guava belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Common guava belong to?
Common guava belongs to the order Myrtales.
What family does Common guava belong to?
Common guava belongs to the family Myrtaceae.
What genus does Common guava belong to?
Common guava belongs to the genus Psidium.