Syzygium sakalavarum
(H. Perrier) Labat & Schatz.
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Description
A tropical tree in the Myrtaceae family belonging to a genus of approximately 550 species, mostly distributed in tropical and subtropical South America.
Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Madagascar,
Notes
There are about 550 Eugenia species. They are mostly in tropical and subtropical South America.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Rotsombe
References (1)
- Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 135 (As Eugenia sakalavarum)
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