WAX JAMBU
syzygium javanicum

Common Names: Wax Apple

This medium evergreen, rapid-growing tree from the East Indies needs cold protection (freezes at 28¡F). Its leaves are very long with white flowers that form in clusters. The red, waxy-looking, pear-shaped (to 1 1/2") fruit has pure white flesh that is mildly sweet and watery. Propagated by seed, air layer and grafting.