Synonyms: 

Eugenia macrophylla Lam.

Eugenia malaccensis L.

Systematic Position

Kingdom:  Plantae

Phylum: Tracheophyta

Order: Myrtales

Family: Myrtaceae

Native: Malaysia.

Common Names

English –  Malay Apple, Rose Apple

Malayalam – മലയൻ ആപ്പിൾ

Description:

Syzygium malaccense is a fruit-bearing tree with red, pear-shaped fruits that are sweet and juicy.

Habitat:

Humid and subhumid tropics.

Distribution:

Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, New Guinea and Australia.

Uses:

Syzygium malaccense fruits are commonly eaten fresh or used in jams and desserts.