Syzygium putii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chantar. & J.Parn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 48: 608 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000319278
Common Names
- Putii Apple
- Putii Satinash
- Putii Brush Cherry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Syzygium putii (also called Mountain Apple, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It has glossy green leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist forests, along rivers, and in other wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Syzygium putii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is used to make furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Syzygium putii is a white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Syzygium putii is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia. It can reach up to 30 feet in height and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil.
Where to Find Syzygium putii
Syzygium putii can be found in tropical rainforests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Syzygium putii FAQ
What is the common name of Syzygium putii?
White Satinash
What is the native range of Syzygium putii?
Australia
What is the growth habit of Syzygium putii?
Shrub or small tree
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-200169: Based on the initial data import
Pranom Chantaranothai (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chantar.' in the authors string.
John Adrian Naicker Parnell (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Parn.' in the authors string.