Syzigium cumini (in English)

JAMUN

Jaam or Black plum, Syzygium cumini

Scientific NameSyzigium cumini
Synonyms:Syzigium fruticosum
Family: Myrtaceae
Local Names: ഞാവൽ, ഞാറ (Malayalam)
Habit: Medium sized evergreen tree
Habitat: Evergreen to Dry deciduous forests and also cultivated for its fruits. 
Ecological Importance: 
Economic Importance: 
    Fruits are edible and is used to make pickles, jam and vinegar.
    Seeds, leaves and bark are anti-diabetic
    Leaves used as fodder.
  
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Inflorescence

fruits
As per Indian Astrology, Jamun is the Star tree of the birth star Rohini 
(List of Star Trees)

Kerala Forest & Wildlife Department
 Research Unit, Peermade