Syzygium fibrosum
Syzygium fibrosum
Syzygium fibrosum (pronunciation: siz-ee-jee-um fi-bro-sum) is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a tropical tree native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia and Malaysia.
Etymology
The genus name Syzygium comes from the Greek words syzygos, meaning "joined", referring to the paired leaves of many species in this genus. The species name fibrosum is derived from the Latin word fibra, meaning "fiber", referring to the fibrous nature of the fruit.
Description
Syzygium fibrosum is a medium-sized tree that can reach up to 20 meters in height. The leaves are opposite, simple, and entire. The flowers are small and white, arranged in terminal clusters. The fruit is a berry, fibrous and juicy, with a sweet-sour taste.
Uses
The fruit of Syzygium fibrosum is edible and is often used in traditional medicine in its native regions. It is believed to have various health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Related Terms
- Myrtaceae: The botanical family to which Syzygium fibrosum belongs.
- Syzygium: The genus of Syzygium fibrosum.
- Tropical rainforest: The primary habitat of Syzygium fibrosum.
- Traditional medicine: The use of Syzygium fibrosum in traditional medicine.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Syzygium fibrosum
- Wikipedia's article - Syzygium fibrosum
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