Black Java Plum – Syzygium cumini Starter Plant (6–10 in) | Jamun Jambolan

About This Plant

The Black Java Plum (Syzygium cumini), also known as Jamun, Jambolan, Java Plum, and Cây Trái Trâm, is an evergreen tropical/subtropical fruit tree valued for its attractive foliage and dark purple to nearly black edible fruit. Young trees are vigorous growers in warm climates and can be container-grown while establishing. Mature fruiting trees produce clusters of small fragrant flowers followed by edible fruit that ripens green to reddish-purple to deep purple-black. Fruit flesh is juicy with a sweet-tart, mildly astringent flavor and can be eaten fresh or used in beverages and preserves.

What You Will Receive

One live Black Java Plum starter plant (Syzygium cumini) approximately 6–10 inches tall. Plant is a young live starter plant; nursery pot size, shipping form, and propagation method are not specified.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Black Java Plum, Jamun, Jambolan, Java Plum, Cây Trái Trâm
• Botanical Name: Syzygium cumini
• Plant Type: Tropical/subtropical evergreen fruit tree
• Growth Stage: Young live starter plant, approximately 6–10 inches tall
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial sun; strongest growth and fruiting with abundant sunlight
• Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil; adaptable to several soil types once established
• Watering: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture while young without prolonged waterlogging
• Mature Height: Potentially 30–60+ feet in favorable climates if left unpruned
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast under warm, favorable conditions
• USDA Zones: Approximately 10–11; established trees may tolerate some conditions in protected Zone 9b locations
• Container Friendly: Yes while young; long-term container culture requires pruning and larger containers

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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