Syzygium jambos (rose apple) — Shrub, small tree

Overview

Syzygium jambos is a shrub, small tree tree in the genus Syzygium, part of the Myrtaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Syzygium jambos grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include specimen plant and hedge. It is native to Borneo, Cambodia, China South-Central, Laos, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Myanmar, Sumatera, Thailand and Vietnam.

About

Syzygium jambos is an evergreen shrub or small tree in the Myrtaceae, noted for its clusters of white to greenish-white summer flowers. It develops lanceolate leaves that often flush red as they expand before turning dark, glossy green. Best sited in full sun on neutral loam with good drainage, it suits sheltered, south-facing positions. Flowering in the UK occurs from July to September.

About the genus

Syzygium is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the myrtle family, Myrtaceae. The genus comprises about 1200 species, and has a native range that extends from Africa and Madagascar through southern Asia east through the Pacific.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Syzygium

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Syzygium jambos size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Tree
Habit: Shrub, small tree
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: Specimen plant, hedge
Native to: Borneo, Cambodia, China South-Central, Laos, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Myanmar, Sumatera, Thailand, Vietnam