Syzygium sp.
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Family: Myrtaceae · Type: Shrub · Not Native
Syzygium sp. is a non-native California shrub in the Myrtaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Prunus: Syzygium has opposite leaves and numerous stamens; Prunus has alternate leaves and ~20 stamens.; vs Myrtus: Syzygium has 4-petaled flowers with one round seed; Myrtus has 5 petals and kidney-shaped seeds.; vs Photinia: Syzygium has opposite leaves and red/purple berries; Photinia has alternate leaves and red pomes.; vs Eugenia: Syzygium fruits have one large round seed filling the berry; Eugenia typically has smaller seeds.; vs Camellia: Syzygium has opposite leaves and fleshy berries; Camellia has alternate leaves and woody capsules.
Frequently asked questions
Is Syzygium sp. native to California?
No. Syzygium sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Syzygium sp. belong to?
Syzygium sp. is in the Myrtaceae family, genus Syzygium.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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