Botanical Profile
Syzygium cumini is a tropical evergreen fruit tree in the Myrtaceae family, cultivated for its edible fruits and medicinal value.
Scientific Name
Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels; formerly known as Eugenia jambolana and Syzygium jambolanum.
Local Name
Commonly known as Java Plum, Jamun, or “Jamblang” in Indonesia.
Native Habitat
Native to South and Southeast Asia, where tropical and subtropical climates provide warm temperatures, seasonal rainfall, and moderate to high humidity.
Germination Difficulty
Easy to Moderate — fresh seeds germinate readily under warm and moist conditions but lose viability quickly after drying.
Germination Timeframe
Usually 2–6 weeks under stable tropical conditions.
Growing Condition
Prefers full sun, moist well-draining soil rich in organic matter, moderate to high humidity, and temperatures between 24–32°C.
Collector Significance
Collectors value this species for its edible purple fruits, medicinal uses, fast growth, and importance in tropical agroforestry systems.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
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