Syzygium Collection

Decorative botanical print with clove bush, venus flytrap, sainfoin and carolinea
5855566 Decorative botanical print with clove bush, venus flytrap, sainfoin and carolinea; (add.info.: Five ornamental shrubs including scarlet and white flowered clove bush (Syzygium aromaticum)

Yellow and red clove spice, Caryophyllus aromaticum
5856565 Yellow and red clove spice, Caryophyllus aromaticum; (add.info.: Yellow and red clove spice, Syzygium aromaticum, Caryophyllus aromaticum)

Malay apple with fruit and flowers, Eugenia malaccensis
5856556 Malay apple with fruit and flowers, Eugenia malaccensis; (add.info.: Malay apple with fruit and flowers, Eugenia malaccensis, Syzygium malaccense, Caryophyllus malaccensis)

Clove, Syzygium aromaticum
5855086 Clove, Syzygium aromaticum; (add.info.: Clove, Syzygium aromaticum. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by William Clark from John Stephenson)

Decorative botanical print with eranthemum, gesneria, globba and Jambose
5855564 Decorative botanical print with eranthemum, gesneria, globba and Jambose; (add.info.: Five ornamental shrubs including blue and pink eranthemum, pale purple gesneria)

Clove spice tree, Caryophyllus regius
5856566 Clove spice tree, Caryophyllus regius; (add.info.: Clove spice tree, Caryophyllus regius. Handcolored copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration by J. Schaly from G. T)

American mahogany, Swietenia mahagoni
American mahogany or Cuban mahogany, Swietenia mahagoni. Critically endangered. Maogano or Magogano d America. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario

Malay rose apple, Syzygium malaccense (Eugenia malaccensis). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke after an illustration by William Miller from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet

Clove tree, Syzygium aromaticum, Caryophyllus aromaticus, Giroflier. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Giraffe and clove tree
Giraffe, Giraffa camelopardalis, with handler and clove tree, Syzygium aromaticum. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pfitzer after an illustration by A

Syzygium smithii (Round-fruited eugenia, Eugenia elliptica). Handcoloured botanical engraving by Weddell from John Sims Curtiss Botanical Magazine, Couchman, London, 1816

Nutmeg and clove spice trees
Mace and nutmeg tree, Myristica fragrans, and clove spice tree, Syzygium aromaticum, 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration by Christiane Henriette Dorothea Westermayr

Clove, Syzygium aromaticum (Eugenia caryophyllata). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London

Clove spice, Syzygium aromaticum (Caryophyllus aromaticus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Caryophyllus aromaticus, clove
Plate 64 by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928). Held at the Natural History Museum, London

Caryophyllus aromaticus, clove spice tree in flower with scarlet and yellow flowers.. Illustration by WJ Hooker, engraved by Swan

Caryophyllus aromaticus, clove spice flower, petals, stamen, germen, fruit, berry and embryo.. Illustration by WJ Hooker, engraved by Swan

Picture No. 10862689
Red bush apples (Syzygium suborbiculare) can be eaten raw; juice from cooked fruits taken for respiratory ailments; fruit pulp applied to sore ears. Top End, .Northern Territory, Australia Date:

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Syzygium, also known as the Malabar Plum or Rose apple, is a fascinating genus of flowering plants that encompasses various species with unique characteristics. One such species is the American mahogany, scientifically named Swietenia mahagoni. Renowned for its rich reddish-brown timber, this majestic tree has been highly sought after in the furniture industry for centuries. Another captivating member of the Syzygium family is the Malay rose apple (Syzygium malaccense). With its vibrant red color and sweet taste, it has become a popular fruit in Southeast Asia. Its juicy flesh and refreshing flavor make it a delightful treat on hot summer days. The Clove tree (Syzygium aromaticum) is yet another intriguing addition to this diverse genus. Known for its aromatic flower buds which are used as a spice worldwide, cloves have been prized since ancient times for their medicinal properties and distinct flavor. In fact, they were so valuable during historical periods that they played a significant role in global trade routes. In an enchanting watercolor painting by Delahaye, we witness the harmonious coexistence of nature's wonders - a giraffe gracefully standing beside a clove tree. This artwork beautifully captures the essence of biodiversity and showcases how different species can thrive together in harmony. Syzygium smithii stands out among other members of this genus due to its attractive foliage and delicate white flowers. Native to Australia, it adds beauty to landscapes while providing shelter and food for local wildlife. Nutmeg and clove spice trees are two more remarkable representatives within Syzygium's vast repertoire. These tropical evergreens not only produce flavorful spices but also boast stunning foliage that enhances any garden or plantation landscape. Clove spice itself holds immense cultural significance globally; from culinary uses to traditional medicine practices across many cultures throughout history – it remains an essential ingredient cherished by many.