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| Category: Tree |
| Family: Myrtaceae (Myrtles) |
| Origin: Asia, Southeastern (Asia) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Cream |
| Bloomtime: Summer |
| Fragrant Flowers: Yes |
| Synonyms: [Eugenia jambos] |
| Height: 12-20 feet |
| Width: 15-20 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 25-30° F |
| May be Poisonous (More Info): Yes |
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Syzygium jambos (Rose Apple) - This is a medium-sized tropical tree growing up to 20 feet tall (40' in tropics) with low spreading branches to as wide or wider than the height. It has opposite 4-9 inch long by 2 inch wide leathery leaves that are a glossy pink initially then turn a pale green and darken with age. The foliage canopy is dense and usually hides the branches and trunk. In midsummer large (2-4") sweet scented creamy white flowers, that are made up of hundreds of long stamens, are held in terminal clusters of 4 to 5 flowers and are a good source of nectar for honeybees. The greenish yellow fruit that follows is 1-2 inches wide and has a rose scent. The fruit ripens 3 to 4 months after flowering and, when ripe, the texture is crisp and almost crunchy but is quite perishable and bruises easily. The fruit is best used in jellies and jams or preserved in combination with other fruits with stronger flavor. Plant in full sun and irrigate regularly spring through summer - can tolerate extended dry period but is best when irrigated during the heat of summer and not in winter. Hardy to 25° F but will usually not flower or bear fruit in areas of much frost. Other common names include Plum rose, Malabar plum. The seeds and roots of this plant are considered poisonous.
This information about Syzygium jambos displayed on this web page is based on research we have conducted in our horticultural library and from reliable online resources. We also will relate observations we have made about it as it grows in our nursery gardens and other gardens visited, as well how our crops have performed in containers in the nursery field. Where appropriate, we will also incorporate comments that we receive from others and we welcome hearing from anyone with additional information, particularly if they can share cultural information that would aid others in growing this plant.
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