Syzygium nitidum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 2: 221 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000319082
Common Names
- Syzygium Nitidum
- Nitidum Syzygium
- Nitidum Waxy Leaf
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Syzygium nitidum (also called Nitidum Water Apple, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is a small tree, growing up to 5 m tall, with white flowers and small, edible red fruits. It is native to China, and is found in moist forests at altitudes of 600-1,800 m.
Uses & Benefits
Syzygium nitidum is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Syzygium nitidum are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Syzygium nitidum is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination. It can also be propagated from cuttings.
Where to Find Syzygium nitidum
Syzygium nitidum can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Syzygium nitidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Syzygium nitidum?
Syzygium nitidum
Where is Syzygium nitidum found?
Syzygium nitidum is found in India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and China.
What is the growth habit of Syzygium nitidum?
Syzygium nitidum is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 10 meters tall.
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-199993: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.