Christina Tree, Syzygium Campanulatum- Plant

Description of Christina Tree plant   Syzygium Campanulatum is a synonym of Syzygium myrtifolium Walp. The leaf shoots are orange-red plant and they change color to yellow, pale green and then dark green as they mature. The blossoms look like exploding fireworks. The flowersof this plant attract many butterflies, honey bees and carpenter bees, wasps and hornets. The powder-puff flowers with no petals but many very conspicuous filamentous stamens. The leaves give out a mild cinnamon scent when crushed. The fruits look like berries. They ripen from green to dark red and they attract birds.

Bloom time: summer

Max reachable height: 10 to 20 m

Difficulty to grow: Easy to grow

Plant Care

• Regularly prune to bring out the most striking feature, its colorful foliage.
• Provide lots of sunshine and regular watering.
• Take extra care while transplanting.
• Protect from heavy frosts.

Sunlight

• The plants require dull sunlight.

Soil

• The soil should be well drained and fertile rich in organic content.

Watering

• Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
• Water when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch.
• Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.

Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location.

• Check the moisture in the soil before watering it.
• Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water.
• Keep the plant in indirect light.
• Do not re-pot immediately after receiving it.

Special features

Foliage and flowers

Ornamental use

They are often used as a hedging plant or ornamental tree, also sculptured into topiaries or even made into bonsai.

Disclaimer: The image is for reference purposes only. The actual product may vary in shape or appearance based on climate, age, height, etc.

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