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Macqui, scientifically known as Aristotelia chilensis and belonging to the Elaeocarpaceae family, is a tree or shrub native to the temperate forests of Argentina and Chile, specifically in the regions of Argentina Northeast, Northwest, and South, as well as Chile Central and Sout… Macqui (Latin: Aristotelia chilensis, family Elaeocarpaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Macqui is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Macqui is a member of the Elaeocarpaceae family native to AGE, AGW, AGS, CLC, and CLS. Macqui thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Macqui grows best in USDA zone 7-10, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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