Syzygium micklethwaitii
Verdc.
Myrtaceae Edible: Fruit
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Description
A tree. It grows 30 m tall. The bark is dark brown and flaking. The leaves are simple and opposite. The leaves are 1-8 cm long by 1-6 cm wide. They are almost round. The flowers are white to pink. They are in groups at the ends of the branches. The fruit are a flattened round shape and purple black. They are 1-1.5 cm long by 1.4 cm wide.
Edible Uses
The fruits are eaten.
Traditional Uses
The fruit are eaten.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in mountain forests.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Kenya, Tanzania,
Propagation
Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe.
Other Uses
The wood can be used to make charcoal.
Synonyms
Syzygium sclerophyllum Brenan [Illegitimate]
Also Known As
Mlama, Mshihwi, Mzambarau-mwitu, Mzuari
References (2)
- Lovett, J. C. et al, Field Guide to the Moist Forest Trees of Tanzania. p 117
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
