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SYZYGIUM JAMBOS - POMME ROSA. SynonymEugenice jambos L. Common name Rose apple, plum rose, Malabar plum, pomme rose, pomma rosa. Family Myrtaceae (Myrtle family). Overview Pomme rosa is a fruit tree originally from South Asia, it thrives also in Suriname. Growing up to 40 feet tall and it has opposite leathery leaves. Rose apple has creamy white flowers. These are large, white to cream and sweet scented. Hardiness USDA zone 9 B - 11. Propagation Seeds. Due to recalcitrant nature of the seeds, they have a short viable life, can not be dried well and can not withstand low temperatures. Culture Warm and sunny location, can withstand some frost (to 25° F). Recalcitrant seeds are not refundable since they are prone to fungus and often difficult to germinate. |