Syzygium cordatum

Water berry

A dense indigenous tree that will end up attracting birds.

Aloes and Trees

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Syzygium cordatum
Common Name	Water berry
Also Known As	Waterbessie
SA Tree No	555
Tree Type	Evergreen
Attracts	Birds, Bees, Butterflies
Features	Shade Tree, Wind Break, Treehouse Friendly, Fodder Tree
Flowering Season	Spring
Focal	No
Fragrant	Yes
Frost Tolerance	Semi-Hardy
Fruiting Season	Summer
Growth Rate	Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH
Root System	Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Loam, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size	Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun

Aloes & Trees Pricing

Size	Price	Height	Trunk Thickness
20L	R175-R305 *5 Min	1.0m – 1.2m	5mm – 15mm
40L	R390-R750 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.8m	12mm – 20mm
50L	R400-R950 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.9m	15mm – 25mm
100L	R895-R2350 *1 Min	1.8m – 2.5m	20mm – 30mm
250L	R2400-R3500 *1 Min	2.5m – 4.0m	30mm – 50mm
500L	R3500-R6500 *1 Min	4.0m – 7.0m	50mm – 120mm
1000L	R6500-R12500 *1 Min	6.0m – 10.0m	80mm – 120mm
E.O.G	R8500-R25000+ *1 Min	5.0m – 12.0m	Variable

Description

A pretty decorative shade tree suitable for medium to large gardens and will attract birds and small wildlife because of its plump tasty fruit. Its fruit has a tart taste and has been used to make jam and other preserves. Not only is it an indicator of groundwater, but it is fire resistant too.

Due to its eye-catching bark and stunning dense grey-green foliage, it makes an excellent hedge plant. It is said to have many medicinal and magical uses and was the Tree of the Year in 2012. However, this ornamental tree is invasive in Bettys Bay.