Syzygium jambos (Jambos)
Botanical Information
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Genus | Syzygium |
| Species | jambos |
| Type | Tree (evergreen), Shrub (evergreen) |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Seeds are poisonous. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 6 - 10 m |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | By seed. |
| Cultivation | Best grown in full sun to partial shade with moist, well-drained soil. Flourishes in tropical and near tropical climates only. Succeeds in dry areas, but fruits best in more humid regions. |
| Notable Specimens | Suan Packkad Palace, Bangkok, Thailand. |
| Habitat | Open places, generally around villages at elevations of 600 - 1,400 in Nepal. Most commonly found in moister habitats such as stream banks. It is becoming more frequent at higher elevations as rainfall levels rise. |
| Flower Description | Showy. |
| Colour Description | Flowers are white to cream. Foliage is dark green. |
Photographs
Syzygium jambos, Leaf
Syzygium jambos, Flower
