Syzygium assamicum
(Biswas& Purkay.) Raizada
Myrtaceae Edible: Fruit
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Description
A subtropical tree in the Myrtaceae (myrtle) family. The tree produces sweet fruit with a slightly bitter taste.
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Edible Uses
The fruit are eaten fresh, valued for their sweet flavor despite a slight bitterness.
Traditional Uses
The fruit are sweet but slightly bitter and are eaten.
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Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Northeastern India,
Production
In Tripura fruit are available May to September.
Synonyms
Eugenia assamica Biswas & Purkay.
Also Known As
Jamuk, Khudi kalajam
References (1)
- Biswas, S. C., et al, 2018, Diversity of wild edible minor fruits used by the ethnic communities of Tripura, India. Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge. Vol 17(2), April 2018, pp 282-289
