Syzygium oleosum — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Syzygium oleosum

Syzygium Oleosum

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Syzygium oleosum, common names include blue lilly pilly, Scented satinash, and blue cherry. It is a species of Syzygium tree native to the eastern Australian rainforests and wet sclerophyll forests.

A note from PlantMom

Blue lilly pilly has strong resistance to disease and is usually not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only minimal watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they have finished blooming. Blue lilly pilly is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand much gardening experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Syzygium Oleosum.

Light

Blue lilly pilly is native to open habitats, such as sunny meadows and forest edges, that provide plentiful light. It performs best in Full Sun but will also tolerate Partial Sun, adapting well to various sunlight conditions.

Temperature

Blue lilly pilly shows good temperature adaptability, tolerating higher heat and wide temperature fluctuations. In hot conditions, care should be taken to water adequately and provide suitable shade to prevent sunburn. However, Blue lilly pilly is relatively sensitive to low temperatures. Although it can endure some cold, overly low temperatures can cause frost damage.

Fertilizer

The Blue lilly pilly plant needs adequate nutrients to achieve optimal fruit production. Fertilize in early spring to encourage new growth and flower development. Regular feeding keeps the plant healthy, produces tastier fruit, and prevents nutrient deficiency problems such as yellowing leaves and poor fruit yields.

Pruning

The blue lilly pilly is a small evergreen tree that produces vibrant purple edible fruit. To maintain its health and appearance, prune the tree in early spring. Thin out dense canopies to improve air circulation, and trim up to one-third of the growth. This helps to reduce stress on the tree, encourages bushy growth, prevents pests, and enhances its overall aesthetics.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Tree
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Syzygium
Family
Myrtaceae
Hardiness Zone
9-11
Mature Height
10.06 m
Mature Spread
6.1 m
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Forest Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
1.02 cm to 1.52 cm
Bloom Time
Winter
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Spring
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Blue Lilly Pilly en Blue Cherry en Blue Lillipilli en Coastal Cherry en Oily Satinash en Scented Satinash en Watergum en Oily satin-ash en Scented satin-ash
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Syzygium oleosum leaf
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Syzygium oleosum leaf
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Syzygium oleosum flower
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Syzygium oleosum flower
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Syzygium oleosum fruit
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Syzygium oleosum fruit
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