Guavas originated from an area thought to extend from Mexico, Central America or northern South America throughout the Caribbean region.[2][6][7] Archaeological sites in Peru yielded evidence of guava cultivation as early as 2500 BC.[7]
Guava was adopted as a crop in subtropical and tropical Asia, parts of the United States (from Tennessee and North Carolina, southward, as well as the west and Hawaii), tropical Africa, and Oceania.[6] Guavas were introduced to Florida, US in the 19th century[2] and are grown there as far north as Sarasota, Chipley, Waldo and Fort Pierce. However, they are a primary host of the Caribbean fruit fly and must be protected against infestation in areas of Florida where this pest is present.[8]
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