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Syzygium

Syzygium

9.9
Tropical evergreen trees and shrubs that make edible, aromatic fruit like rose apples
  • noun
  • /sɪˈzɪdʒiəm/
  • Specialized
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  • The Syzygium tree produces clusters of edible, aromatic fruit known as rose apples.

Examples

  • Gardeners in tropical climates often plant Syzygium for its dense, glossy foliage and attractive flowers.

  • Several species of Syzygium are valued for their medicinal properties and culinary uses.

  • The Syzygium tree blooms beautifully every spring.

  • Many gardeners choose Syzygium for its attractive foliage.

  • Gardeners in tropical climates often plant Syzygium for its dense, glossy foliage and attractive flowers.

  • Several species of Syzygium are valued for their medicinal properties and culinary uses.

  • The Syzygium tree produces clusters of edible, aromatic fruit known as rose apples.

Surface Forms

Syzygium singular
Syzygiums plural

Etymology

The word Syzygium comes from the Greek word syzygos, which means 'yoked' or 'paired', like a 'yoke' that joins two things. Many kinds of Syzygium have leaves or flower parts that grow in pairs, so the name helps you remember these tropical trees and shrubs.