Syzygium sclerophyllum
Thwaites
Myrtaceae Edible: Fruit
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Description
A tree. It grows 7-30 m tall. The bark is brown and flaking. The flowers are white. The fruit are purple-black.
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Edible Uses
The fruit are eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Sri Lanka,
Notes
Syzygium sclerophyllum Thwaites and Syzygium sclerophyllum Brennan [Illegitimate] have been confused.
Synonyms
Eugenia sclerophylla (Thwaites) Bedd.
Also Known As
Isaassa, Mkwaliti, Muhulo, Muhuu, Muvengi, Mzati, Nguluka
