Blue Lilly Pilly

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Scientific name: Syzygium oleosum

Common names: Blue lilly pilly

Overview: Syzygium oleosum, commonly known as the blue lilly pilly, is a species of Syzygium tree native to eastern Australian rainforests and wet sclerophyll forests. It is usually a small tree, 4 to 15 m tall.

The fruit can be eaten freshly picked from the tree or cooked. It has a pleasantly crisp texture and is mildly aromatic and sweet. The fruit can also be made into jams, jellies and wine. It is also grown as an ornamental plant.

More information

https://bie.ala.org.au/species/http://id.biodiversity.org.au/node/apni/2907316