Syzygium siamense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Craib) Chantar. & J.Parn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 48: 609 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000319421
Common Names
- Siam Cherry
- Thai Cherry
- Thailand Cherry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Syzygium siamense (also called Siamese Apple, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 meters tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It prefers moist, tropical climates and can be found in rainforests, mangroves, and other wet habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Syzygium siamense is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and for its edible fruit. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, coughs, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Syzygium siamense are white and fragrant, with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard-shelled capsule containing a single seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Syzygium siamense can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as well. It is a fast-growing tree and can reach heights of up to 20 feet. Pruning should be done in the late winter or early spring to encourage more flowers and fruit.
Where to Find Syzygium siamense
Syzygium siamense can be found in Thailand.
Syzygium siamense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Syzygium siamense?
Syzygium siamense
What type of plant is Syzygium siamense?
It is a shrub or small tree.
Where is Syzygium siamense native to?
It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
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-200298: Based on the initial data import
William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
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.