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Syzygium paniculatum Brush Cherry

Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen


Release Date: 1/22/2024

Reviewed At: 11/29/2023

DOI: 10.32473/edis-fp567-1999

Agriculture

Abstract

This document provides an overview of Syzygium paniculatum, commonly known as Brush Cherry. It describes the plant’s attractive reddish foliage that matures to dark green, and its small, shiny leaves. The document highlights the plant’s growth habits, including its potential to reach up to 12 feet in height, and its common use as a hedge in residential landscapes. It also covers the plant’s white flowers, which are often pruned off but can be quite showy when left to bloom. Additionally, the document discusses the plant’s adaptability to various soil types, its high drought tolerance, and its minimal pest issues, making it a versatile choice for different landscaping needs. Original publication date October 1999. 

About this Publication

This document is FPS-567, one of a series of the Department of Environmental Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date October 1999. Revised October 2023. Visit the EDIS website at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication.

About the Authors

Edward F. Gilman, professor emeritus; Ryan W. Klein, assistant professor, arboriculture; and Gail Hansen, professor, sustainable landscape design; Department of Environmental Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, Gainesville, FL 32611.

How to Cite

Gilman, E. (2007). Syzygium paniculatum Brush Cherry. EDIS, 2007(15). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-fp567-1999

Authors

Edward F. Gilman
Edward F. Gilman

professor emeritus, Department of Environmental Horticulture

Ryan Klein
Ryan Klein
Specialist
University of Florida

assistant professor, arboriculture, UF/IFAS School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences

Gail Hansen
Gail Hansen
Specialist
University of Florida

professor, sustainable landscape design, UF/IFAS Department of Horticultural Sciences

Contacts

Keighly Graves
Keighly Graves
staff
University of Florida

horticultural science specialist, Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program

Claire Lewis
Claire Lewis
Specialist
University of Florida

state specialized agent II and director Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program, UF/IFAS Center for Land Use Efficiency

Wendy Wilber
Wendy Wilber
Specialist
University of Florida

state program coordinator and Extension agent IV, UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program

Publication #FPS-567