Surinam cherry, also known as Pitanga, is a small tropical fruit with a distinct ribbed, pumpkin-like shape. The fruits turn from green to bright red or deep purple when ripe.

The flesh is soft, juicy, and aromatic, with a sweet to mildly tangy flavor. It is eaten fresh and also used in jams, juices, syrups, and desserts.

The plant is a small evergreen shrub or tree, well suited for home gardens, hedges, and pots. It grows well in warm tropical climates, is low maintenance, and valued for its ornamental appeal and vitamin C–rich fruits.