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One shop word, more than one plantJambu is not a species.
Jambu is a shop word for more than one myrtle fruit. Sanskrit jambū is usually jamun (Syzygium cumini). Wax apple is S. samarangense. Rose apple is S. jambos. Water apple is S. aqueum. This page will not pick a winner.
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- Naval · Syzygium cumini
Syzygium cumini — naval / jamun, the purple-staining fruit.
- Chambakka · Syzygium samarangense
Syzygium samarangense — chambakka, the waxy bell wax apple.
- Rose apple · Syzygium jambos
Syzygium jambos — panneer pazham, the pale rose-scented fruit.
- Water apple · Syzygium aqueum
Syzygium aqueum — neer chambakka, the smaller watery bell.
This word names more than one plant, so check the botanical name before you buy or use it. If the plant you meant is not listed, we have not written it yet. Educational only. Not medical advice and not a shop.