Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myrtaceae

Genus:

Syzygium

Species:

Syzygium cacuminis

USDA Symbol:

EUCA10

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

3000 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jan,oct,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, bees

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers fertile soils in tropical regions