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Syzygium hislopii

(F. M. Bailey)

Myrtaceae Edible: Fruit

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Description

An evergreen tree. It grows up to 10 m tall and spreads to 3 m across. The stem is erect and straight. The bark is smooth. The leaves are shiny green. They are elongated but taper towards the ends. They are 6 cm long. The flowers are white or bluish-pink and fluffy. They grow in compact clusters. The fruit are rich red berries. The fruit are edible.

Edible Uses

The fruit is eaten raw.

Traditional Uses

The fruit is eaten.

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Distribution

A tropical plant. It grows in Queensland in Australia. It requires a light well drained soil. It needs a protected partly shaded position. It is drought tender but can stand some frost.

Where It Grows

Australia*,

Cultivation

Plants are grown from fesh seed. They can also be grown using tip cuttings.

Notes

Not in The Plant List.

Synonyms

Eugenia hislopii F. M. Bailey

References (1)

  • Bodkin, F., 1991, Encyclopedia Botanica. Cornstalk publishing, p 964 (As Syzygium hislopii)

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