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Description
Syzygium Zeylanicum, commonly known as Ceylon cinnamon, is a tropical evergreen tree native to Sri Lanka, India, and Southeast Asia. It belongs to the family Myrtaceae and is known for its fragrant flowers and edible fruits. The tree can grow up to 20 meters tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 50 cm.The bark of the tree is smooth and grayish-brown in color. The leaves are oval-shaped and have a glossy dark green color. The flowers are small and white with a sweet fragrance. The fruits are berries that are about 1 cm in diameter and turn from green to red when ripe.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain| Eukarya||————|—————-|| Kingdom| Plantae|| Phylum| Tracheophyta|| Class| Magnoliopsida|| Order| Myrtales|| Family| Myrtaceae|| Genus| Syzygium|| Species| Syzygium zeylanicum |
Appearance
Syzygium Zeylanicum is a beautiful tree with a dense, symmetrical crown. The bark is smooth and grayish-brown in color. The leaves are oval-shaped, glossy, and dark green in color, measuring about 5-15 cm in length. The flowers are small, white, and have a sweet fragrance. The fruits are small, round berries that are green when unripe and turn red when ripe.
Care Guide
Syzygium Zeylanicum prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. It requires regular watering, especially during the growing season, but should not be overwatered. Fertilize the tree with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.The tree prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12 and can be grown in containers in colder climates.
Common Pests and Diseases
Syzygium Zeylanicum is susceptible to a variety of pests and diseases, including aphids, spider mites, scales, and fungal diseases like powdery mildew and anthracnose. Regularly inspect the tree for signs of infestation or disease and treat promptly with an appropriate pesticide or fungicide.
Habitat
Syzygium Zeylanicum is native to Sri Lanka, India, and Southeast Asia and is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers well-draining soil and can thrive in a variety of habitats, including forests, wetlands, and gardens.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Syzygium Zeylanicum be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Syzygium Zeylanicum can be grown in containers in colder climates.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Syzygium Zeylanicum?
A: Syzygium Zeylanicum is hardy in USDA zones 10-12.
Q: What are the common pests and diseases that affect Syzygium Zeylanicum?
A: Syzygium Zeylanicum is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, scales, powdery mildew, and anthracnose.
Q: How often should Syzygium Zeylanicum be fertilized?
A: Syzygium Zeylanicum should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Syzygium Zeylanicum:- Syzygium aromaticum (Clove)- Syzygium cumini (Java Plum)- Syzygium jambos (Rose Apple)- Syzygium samarangense (Wax Jambu)
References
– “Syzygium zeylanicum.” Missouri Botanical Garden. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=286497- “Syzygium zeylanicum (L.) DC.” Plants of the World Online. http://www.plantsoftheworldonline.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:600172-1
