Kelat Hitam (HT 2003 128)

Reference ID
HT 2003-128

Scientific name: Syzygium syzygioides
Family name: Myrtaceae
Girth: 3.3m @ 1.3 m height
Height: 21 m

Location
Changi, Catterick Road
in front of Fairy Point
Chalet 4

Syzygium syzygioides is found together with the more common Syzygium grande along the borders of sandy and rocky coasts. Both species are commonly found in Changi and can reach a height of 30 m. The Malay name, Kelat Hitam, is in reference to the berry-like fruits that turn black upon ripening.

This Heritage Tree had a girth of 2.8m when measured in Year 2003.

For more information on this species, please refer to NParks Flora & Fauna Web profile here.

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