Syzygium guineense subsp. barotsense
Family: Myrtaceae
What it is like
An evergreen tree. It grows 3-7 m tall. The crown is drooping. The fruit are about 3.5 cm long by 2.5 cm wide. They are oval.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It cannot tolerate cold. It grows in the edge of forests and can tolerate flooding.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Angola, Botswana, Central Africa, Congo, East Africa, Namibia, Southern Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Trees can be grown from seeds.
It is fast growing.