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Syzygium cumini |
July: Fruits begin to ripen, the plant continues active growth.
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22 February, 2007
Herbrecs
Safe, fruits edible and nutritious. Used in Indian and South Asian traditional medicine.. Considered a sacred tree in Hinduism..
Tall evergreen tree with dense canopy.. Blooms in spring, fruits ripen in summer; prefers humid climate..
Handpicking ripe fruits from the tree or collecting fallen ones. Using ladders or poles with baskets to harvest from tall branches.
Harvest when fruits turn dark purple and slightly soft.. Best picked in early morning to retain freshness..
Fruits can be eaten fresh, though often astringent.. Commonly processed into juice, vinegar, syrups, and desserts.. Used fresh and for beverages.
Java plum juice (Pressing fruits with sugar and lemon)
Refreshing drink with an astringent note
Refreshing drink with an astringent note
1. Wash and mash ripe fruits.
2. Strain using cloth or sieve.
3. Add sugar and a bit of lemon juice.
4. Serve chilled.
2. Strain using cloth or sieve.
3. Add sugar and a bit of lemon juice.
4. Serve chilled.