Java™ Tree (Jamun Plum) Syzygium cumini

Product description

JAVA plum JAMUN Malabar Plum

Regional name: Marathi - Jambul, Hindi - Jamun, Bengali - Jam, Gujarati - Jambu, Kannada - Nerale, Malayalam - Navy, Tamil - Neredam, Telugu - Neredu, Urdu - Jaman. Jamun Tree

Scientific name: Syzygium cumini

Common Names: Jamun, Java Plum, Black Plum, Indian Blackberry

Family: Myrtaceae 

Origin: Native to India, Bangladesh and Southeast Asia

Jamun Arboretum

Choosing the right location: Jamun trees prefer a sunny spot with well-drained soil. They can tolerate partial shade, but produce better fruit yields in full sun.

Soil Preparation: Jamun trees grow well in a wide range of soil types, but prefer loamy, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Amend the soil with organic matter if needed.

Jamun fruits usually ripen between June and August. Harvest when the fruit is dark purple and slightly soft to the touch.

Benefits of Jamun Tree

Medicinal properties: Jamun fruit and seeds have been used in traditional medicine to treat diabetes, digestive problems and inflammation.

Nutritional benefits: Jamun fruit is rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium and iron. It also contains antioxidants and fiber.

Environmental Benefits: Jamun trees help reduce soil erosion, improve air quality and provide habitat for birds and other wildlife 

Culinary uses: Jamun fruit can be eaten fresh, used in jams, juices and desserts, or fermented to make wine or vinegar