Syzygium jambos (rose apple)

The rose apple ( Syzygium jambos ) is a tropical fruit tree belonging to the myrtle family (Myrtaceae). Originally from Southeast Asia, it is now cultivated worldwide in tropical and subtropical climates. Compared to other Syzygium species, it is somewhat more cold-tolerant, probably because it originally grows at altitudes of up to 1500 meters, where even in the tropics nights can get a bit cooler.

Even relatively small plants, only 2 to 3 years old and about 1.5 meters tall, can flower and bear fruit! The 5 to 8 cm flowers look like a white shaving brush. The fruits resemble guava, but contain one or two large, firm seeds inside (don't bite directly into them!) and taste quite different. They smell and taste "floral," just like roses, which is where the name comes from. The fruits can be eaten raw or cooked, or made into jam.

You will receive a young plant in a 9cm square pot.