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Syzygium sclerophyllum

Family: Myrtaceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows 7-30 m tall. The bark is brown and flaking. The flowers are white. The fruit are purple-black.

Syzygium sclerophyllum Thwaites and Syzygium sclerophyllum Brennan [Illegitimate] have been confused.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, India, Sri Lanka


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Isaassa, Mkwaliti, Muhulo, Muhuu, Muvengi, Mzati, Nguluka

Synonyms

Eugenia sclerophylla (Thwaites) Bedd.;