A vigorous evergreen shrub or compact tree reaching 3-10 meters in height, guava features a characteristically shallow root system and low-spreading branch structure originating from the base. The plant develops root suckers naturally and displays a slender trunk, typically 20 cm in diameter, distinguished by smooth bark that transitions from green to reddish-brown and naturally exfoliates in thin layers. This growth habit makes it well-suited for managed cultivation in home gardens and terrace environments.