Description
Quick Highlights
• Botanical Name: Syzygium myrtifolium
• Common Name(s): Syzygium, Red Leaf Syzygium, Brush Cherry, Rose Apple
• Available Height (range): 4–20 ft
• Category: Ornamental Trees / Landscaping Trees / Hedges
• Growth Habit: Evergreen, upright, dense, fast-growing
• Best Use: Hotels, Resorts, Farmhouses, Residential Colonies, Parks, Institutional Campuses, Avenue Planting
• Climate Suitability: Tropical and subtropical climates, thrives in warm, humid regions
• Maintenance: Low to medium; requires trimming for shape and density
Syzygium myrtifolium, commonly known as Red Leaf Syzygium or Brush Cherry, is a stunning evergreen ornamental tree that adds vibrant color and structure to landscapes. Its most attractive feature is the brilliant red flush of new leaves, which gradually mature into deep glossy green. This contrast of red and green foliage gives Syzygium a luxurious and lively appeal. It has small white flowers followed by berry-like fruits that enhance its decorative charm. Popular across Southeast Asia, this plant has become highly sought after in India for landscaping avenues, hedges, resorts, and residential projects due to its elegant appearance and versatility.
Syzygium myrtifolium Features
• Attractive red new foliage that matures into glossy green leaves, creating year-round visual appeal.
• Fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach 20 ft in suitable conditions.
• Long lifespan, making it a sustainable choice for permanent landscapes.
• Low to medium maintenance; trimming enhances shape and density.
• Well-adapted to tropical and subtropical climates.
• Ideal for hedges, borders, avenue planting, and ornamental landscaping.
• Special quality: dual-colored foliage provides a striking ornamental effect unmatched by many landscaping trees.
Syzygium myrtifolium Applications
Syzygium myrtifolium is widely planted in hotels, resorts, and institutional campuses for its ornamental red-and-green foliage. It is used as a hedge or privacy screen in residential colonies and farmhouses due to its dense canopy. Parks and public gardens use it for borders, pathways, and decorative clusters. It is equally effective in avenue planting, creating a grand and colorful landscape view.
Syzygium myrtifolium Benefits
• Evergreen nature ensures year-round greenery.
• Low maintenance with occasional trimming for shape and density.
• Thrives well in tropical and subtropical climates, perfect for most Indian regions.
• Luxurious foliage color transition from red to green enhances landscape design.
• Long lifespan ensures lasting value in landscaping projects.
• Adds ornamental beauty and increases property value in outdoor projects.
Additional Insights
Syzygium myrtifolium holds cultural and ornamental value in many parts of Asia, where it symbolizes prosperity and lushness. Its ability to provide privacy, along with its aesthetic appeal, makes it a multipurpose landscaping choice. Globally, it is used in urban landscapes, parks, and residential projects for its vibrant foliage and easy care.
At Bagwani Nursery, Syzygium myrtifolium is available in multiple height ranges, from 4 ft plants suitable for hedges to tall 15–20 ft trees ideal for avenue and institutional landscaping. Our plants are nurtured to ensure healthy growth, dense foliage, and strong adaptability, making them a reliable choice for all types of projects.
Why Buy from Bagwani Nursery?
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• Trusted by architects, developers, resorts, and landscapers
• Healthy, naturally grown plants with guaranteed quality
Syzygium myrtifolium is a top choice for landscapers and developers who want both functionality and luxury in their projects. Its vibrant red-to-green foliage, evergreen nature, and low maintenance needs make it one of the most desirable ornamental trees in India. Whether for resorts, parks, or residential landscaping projects in India, this plant enhances outdoor spaces with elegance and durability.
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