Gustavia superba Membrillo Fruit Tree, 2 Litre
 
Gustavia superba, commonly known as the "Heaven Lotus" or "Queen of the Night," is a captivating flowering tree native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. This magnificent tree belongs to the family Lecythidaceae and is renowned for its stunning, large, and fragrant flowers.
The Gustavia superba tree typically reaches heights of 10 to 25 meters, adorned with a dense, lush canopy of deep green, glossy leaves. Its growth habit is often rounded or symmetrical, contributing to its overall striking appearance in the forest canopy.
 
The most captivating feature of Gustavia superba is undoubtedly its flowers. These blooms are large, often measuring up to 30 centimeters in diameter, and they open up in the evening, emitting a sweet and intoxicating fragrance that attracts pollinators such as moths and bats. The flowers have a unique shape, with multiple layers of delicate, overlapping petals ranging in color from white to pale pink or yellow, creating a breathtaking display against the dark foliage.
 
In addition to its remarkable flowers, Gustavia superba also produces fruit in the form of woody capsules that contain numerous small seeds. While the fruit is not as visually striking as the flowers, it plays a vital role in the tree's reproductive cycle and contributes to the biodiversity of its native habitat. The fruit pulp is edible, creamy and nutritious.
 
Gustavia superba holds cultural significance in various indigenous communities, where it may be used in traditional medicine or revered for its beauty and symbolism. However, due to habitat loss and deforestation, populations of Gustavia superba are declining in the wild, making conservation efforts crucial to ensure the continued existence of this stunning species.