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Rose Apple

Syzygium Jambos

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Overview

The Rose Apple (Syzygium jambos) is a tropical, evergreen tree bearing fragrant flowers and bell-shaped fruits with a rose-like aroma. Typically 15-20 ft tall, it thrives in well-drained soil with full sun exposure. Its dense foliage provides shade while pink to white blossoms attract pollinators. The yellowish-green fruit, around 1-2 inches in diameter, enhances visual appeal, making it a dual-purpose ornamental and edible addition to the landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 9–11Type TreeClimate Mediterranean
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — scientifically known as Syzygium jambos; can comfortably fit into a residential landscape without fear of disrupting, image 92

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Myrtaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — evergreen tree bearing fragrant flowers and bell-shaped fruits with a rose-like aroma; this evergreen species, image 142
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — lending the tree its common name.<br><br>Following the floral display; can comfortably fit into a residential, image 72
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — These bell-shaped fruits have a pale, rose-scented flesh that is mildly sweet and crisp; approximately 1 to 2 inches in diameter
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — approximately 1 to 2 inches in diameter; this evergreen species provides dense, image 74
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — white flowers in the garden; this evergreen species provides dense, image 110
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — can comfortably fit into a residential landscape without fear of disrupting hardscapes or foundations; its dense, image 137
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — and during late spring to early summer; can comfortably fit into a residential landscape without fear of disrupting, image 124
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — Its dense foliage provides shade while pink to white blossoms attract pollinators
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — The Rose Apple (Syzygium jambos) is a tropical; its dense foliage provides shade while pink to white blossoms, image 85
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — lending the tree its common name.<br><br>Following the floral display; can comfortably fit into a residential landscape without
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — Its dense foliage provides shade while pink to white blossoms attract pollinators; can comfortably fit into a, image 88
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — white flowers in the garden; this evergreen species provides dense, image 138
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — the Rose Apple bears attractive yellowish-green fruits
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — These aromatic blossoms are about 2 inches wide and their sweet; this evergreen species provides dense, image 126
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — is a delightful tropical fruit tree that could become a stunning addition to any sizeable garden landscape; its dense foliage
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — This evergreen species provides dense; approximately 1 to 2 inches in diameter, image 123
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — is a delightful tropical fruit tree that could become a stunning addition to any sizeable garden landscape; its, image 65
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — The yellowish-green fruit; its dense foliage provides shade while pink to white blossoms attract pollinators, image 61
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — the Rose Apple bears attractive yellowish-green fruits; its dense foliage provides shade while pink to white, image 73
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — it boasts a symmetrical canopy and typically reaches a height of 25 to 35 feet; this evergreen species provides dense, image 122
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — Typically 15-20 ft tall, it thrives in well-drained soil with full sun exposure; approximately 1 to 2 inches in, image 87
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — heady fragrance is reminiscent of roses; approximately 1 to 2 inches in diameter, image 71
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — but it is adaptable to a range of soil conditions; its dense foliage provides shade while pink to white blossoms, image 133
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — but it is adaptable to a range of soil conditions; its dense foliage provides shade while pink to white blossoms, image 105
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