Jamun tree

About Jamun tree:

• It is also known as jambolan, or black plum tree and is a Myrtaceae plant family tropical tree.
• Its natural range includes the Indian sub-continent and South-East Asia.
• The genus Syzygium contains 1,193 recognised species, including jamun.  
• Soil
  • It can be grown on a wide range of soils.
  • However, for high yield potential and good plant growth, deep loam and a well-drained soil are needed.
  • It can grow well under salinity and waterlogged conditions too.
• Climate
  • It prefers to grow under tropical and subtropical climate.
  • It is also found growing in lower ranges of the Himalayas up to an altitude of 1300 metres.
  • It requires dry weather at the time of towering and fruit setting.
  • In subtropical areas, early rain is considered to be beneficial for ripening of fruits and proper development of its size, colour and taste.
• Benefits: In Ayurveda the black plum is used to treat ailments such as stomach discomfort, arthritis, cardiac problems, flatulence, asthma, diarrhoea, and stomach spasms.