WAX JAMBU, Syzygium jambolana

This fast growing tree bears attractive red pear shaped fruit that are juicy and crunchy and one of the most refreshing treats when eaten chilled on a hot summers day. The trees grow and crop abundantly in most subtropics conditions, provided they are protected from frost when young.

The fruit can also be used to add texture to salads with a subtle compliment to the flavour.

Wax Jambu - Pink

Fast growing tree, attractive pink pear shaped fruit that are crunchy and refreshing on a hot summers day. Grows and crops well here in the subtropics as long as they are protected from frosts when young

Wax Jambu - Red

Red waxy skin with crisp white flesh. Highly ornamental as well as sweet and tasty. Fast growing tree bearing attractive red pear shaped fruit that is crunchy and refreshing on a hot summers day. A highly ornamental fruit due to its striking red colour.

Wax Jambu - White

A popular selection in Asia, the sweetest selection. Very similar to the Red Wax Jambu however has white waxy skin and is sweeter, but more cold sensitive.

175mm | $19.75 AU | In Production |

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Wax Jambu - Red

A bit too tropical for my area. Tree spends all Spring and half of Summer just recovering it's size and vigour after Winter setback. Good luck below Brisbane. | David White - Newcastle, NSW 30-May-2006

Wax Jambu

We have the pink variety in Sydney. It has grown to about 1 m and has already produced fruit. After winter it does drop some leaves, but gets new growth and so far seems to be doing OK. | Edward Henner - Carlingford, NSW 14-Oct-2006

Wax Jambu

Plenty of water and sun, excellent drainage- mine fruits in Adelaide | Andrew Jones - Norwood, Adelaide, SA 31-Jan-2007

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