Jamun (Black Plum) Plant
Syzygium cumini, known as Jamun or Black Plum, is a fast-growing tree reaching 10-30m, thrives in loamy, well-drained soil, prefers partial shade, and is edible and medicinal.
Habit
Tree
Height
10-30m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Loamy, well-drained
Shade
Partial
Moisture
High
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% loamy soil, 30% peat moss, 30% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize monthly with organic compost.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Anthracnose Leaf Spot Root Rot Fruit Fly Aphids
Symptoms
Dark, sunken lesions on leaves and fruits Brown/black spots on leaves Yellowing and wilting of plants Small holes in fruit, premature fruit drop Curling, yellowing leaves
Organic Remedies
Prune and destroy infected parts, apply neem oil Prune affected leaves, neem oil Improve soil drainage, reduce watering Use traps, remove affected fruit Insecticidal soap, neem oil
In-Organic Remedies
Fungicides containing chlorothalonil Copper-based fungicides Fungicides containing metalaxyl Insecticides containing spinosad Imidacloprid-based insecticides