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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) — around 1-2 inches in diameter; this evergreen species provides dense
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — evergreen tree bearing fragrant flowers and bell-shaped fruits with a rose-like aroma; this evergreen species, image 114
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos
Syzygium Jambos

Photograph: Vengolis, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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