Syzygium branderhorstii Fruit Plant (Syzygium branderhorstii)

Common Name: Syzygium branderhorstii

Botanical Name: Syzygium branderhorstii

General Information:

Evergreen tree, Dense, rounded crown, Generally a small tree in Australia can grow up to 28 meters tall in New Guinea, Harvested from the wild for local use as food and a source of wood, Suitable for cultivation in moist, lowland tropics and subtropical regions (with slower growth), Sweet succulent flesh, White to dark purple fruits, Variable in shape, about 30-50mm long and 20-40mm wide.

Gardening Information:

Bloom Time/Fruiting: 3 to 4 Years

Maintenance Required: Moderate

Summary: Syzygium branderhorstii is an evergreen tree with a dense, rounded crown, typically a small tree in Australia but capable of reaching up to 28 meters in height in New Guinea. Harvested from the wild for local consumption and as a source of wood, this plant is well-suited for cultivation in moist, lowland tropics and subtropical regions, although it exhibits slower growth in the latter. The fruit of Syzygium branderhorstii is characterized by sweet, succulent flesh and comes in a range of shapes, with colors varying from white to dark purple. Bloom time and fruiting typically occur in 3 to 4 years, with a moderate level of maintenance required for cultivation.