Is Malay Apple safe for pets?

Yes, Malay Apple (Syzygium Malaccense) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Malay Apple easy to care for?

Malay Apple has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium to high watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Malay Apple grow indoors?

Malay Apple is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Malay Apple (Syzygium Malaccense) is a perennial tree in the Myrtaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires medium to high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Syzygium malaccense is a medium to large sized evergreen tropical tree known for its edible bell-shaped fruits and attractive foliage.

Last updated: February 2026

Malay Apple

Syzygium Malaccense

Syzygium malaccense is a medium to large sized evergreen tropical tree known for its edible bell-shaped fruits and attractive foliage.

Quick Facts

Type

tree

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

medium to high

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

10-12

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

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Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:shade tree, ornamental, fruit production

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Malay Apple

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Myrtaceae

Genus:Syzygium