Eugenia pyriformis is a plant of the family Myrtaceae found primarily in Brazil. It reaches 6 to in height and 30 to in trunk diameter. It is a native species of Brazil, occurring primarily in the states of Paraná, Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina and São Paulo.

Cultivation: It may grow at elevations of between 300 and. It requires a well drained, preferably slightly acid soil.

Fruit: Eugenia pyriformis flowers between the months of August and December, and produces fruit between September and January. The yellow fruit of the plant is called uvalha and is edible. Some environmentalists have recommended use of the plant for projects of reforestation in Brazil, especially in degraded areas and permanent nature preserves. The plant is also popular for ornamental or domestic purposes.