Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hemisphericum
ID:
319424

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight) Alston

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Handb. Fl. Ceylon 6(Suppl.): 115 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318756



Common Names

  • Hemisphericum Satinash
  • Hemisphericum Water Apple
  • Hemisphericumi Satinash


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Synonyms

  • Jambosa hemispherica Wight [unknown]

Description

Syzygium hemisphericum (also called Hemispheric Satinash, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15m in height. It is native to the rainforests of eastern Australia, and is found in moist habitats, such as along creeks and gullies.

Uses & Benefits

Syzygium hemisphericum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Syzygium hemisphericum is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syzygium hemisphericum can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and be planted in a well-draining medium. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, humid environment for best results.

Where to Find Syzygium hemisphericum

Syzygium hemisphericum is native to the island of New Caledonia. It can be found in the rainforest of the island.

Syzygium hemisphericum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syzygium hemisphericum?

Syzygium hemisphericum

What is the common name of Syzygium hemisphericum?

Hemispheric Jambolan

Where does Syzygium hemisphericum grow?

It grows in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia.

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-199694: Based on the initial data import
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Arthur Hugh Garfit Alston (1902-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alston' in the authors string.