Eugenia stipitata

species of plant
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Eugenia stipitata (Araza, Portuguese common names araçá, araçá-boi, Spanish common name arazá) is a guava-like fruit native to Brazil and parts of Peru. It is commonly found in the Rio Ucayali Valley. This small fruit has a yellow or green color, soft pulp, and is sour in taste. Brazil and Peru use araza as an ingredient in drinks, nectars, ice creams, and marmalades.

An image of an Araza's insides and outside.