Kara
Syzygium cordatilimbum

Family: Myrtaceae

What it is like

A medium sized tree without hairs. The branches and small branches are brownish and usually smooth. The leaves are opposite and without leaf stalks. They are oblong and like leather. The leaf veins are about 20 and distinct. They are spreading and slightly curved. The flower cluster is at the end of branches and with many flowers. The flowers are purple and all have distinct stalk like structures. The fruit are scarlet red or purple.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. They are found throughout the Philippines.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Pacific, Philippines, SE Asia

How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten raw.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Eugenia cordatilimba Merr.;