Syzygium paniculatum
Brush Cherry
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Brush Cherry (Syzygium paniculatum) - Description
Bush Cherries can grow up to 30' tall in the wild, but as a horticultural plant they are widely used as a screening shrub or hedge. Brush Cherries are currently categorized as Syzygium paniculatum, but they recently had two different names: Eugenia australis of gardens and Eugenia paniculata. In summer Brush Cherries bear white flowers which are followed by pink, red, purple or white fruit.
Brush Cherry (Syzygium paniculatum) - Blooming
Blooms saucer-shaped floweres with many stamens, followed by fleshy berries in colors such as red, purple, and white.
Brush Cherry (Syzygium paniculatum) - Growth
Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Dried, unopened flower buds of S. aromaticum are known as cloves, an important economical spice.
Brush Cherry (Syzygium paniculatum) - Planting
Sow seeds in spring either at 59-64°F (15-18°C) or 81°F (15-18°C). Propagate from greenwood and semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Greenwood cuttings are taken from shoot-tips of plants, and are harder than softwood cuttings. Semi-ripe cuttings are cuttings taken from semi-mature wood. Conduct air layering in spring.
Brush Cherry (Syzygium paniculatum) - Pest
Some problems are leaf spots and root rot.
Brush Cherry (Syzygium paniculatum) - Interesting facts
There are about 400-500 known species of Syzygium.
Brush Cherry (Syzygium paniculatum) - Soil and irrigation
Grows best in deep, fertile, moist soil with good drainage. Needs moderate water during the growing season, less in winter. Soil-based potting mixes work well for indoor plants.
