Author:Tu7uh
Image:1 A Bunch of Jambu (here)
Image:2 My Jambu tree in a corner of the house compound
Image:4 The best way to enjoy jambu as shown above is with
a dipper comprising soya sauce with cut onions, chilly and a
dash of celery or mint. Yummy, my mouth just waters!
This is a revamp of an earlier posting
Jambu tree, at last
You finally spawned some buds
Some years of waiting
The toil and fond care
Overzealous manuring
Leaves greener than green
December arrived
Wondering what variety
Just eager to see!
The water apple ( Eugenia aquea) is variously known as jambu (Malaysia) djamboo wer (Indonesia ) tambis (Philippines) chom-phu-pa ( Thailand) and chambekka (Malayalam, India) This is indicative of its wide distribution in South East Asia.
It is succulent and crunchy, some varieties are sweet whilst some are sour. It is available all year round
Just over a week ago I noticed my Jambu tree had spawned its first flowers. I’ve nurtured and applied fertilizers regularly for the past couple of years. I had initially applied NPK but I realized it was not good for the soil. I later got treated organic manure and had positive results The leaves came with a rich dark green and more luscious than before.This was the day that I had waited for.
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This sounds like an interesting and exotic fruit, and one I have not heard of before. Thanks for sharing, Hank!
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of one, let alone seen one. Thank you for sharing your tree.
ReplyDeleteI've enjoyed reading about a bit from googling the fruit. Although I live in a hot climate too, it gets a bit chilly for the plant. Enjoy the bounty.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Hank, for introducing me to a new fruit; I have never seen or heard of water apples, and I love the Malaysian name – jambu feels wonderful in the mouth, which I imagine the fruit does too. From the pictures you shared, it looks spectacular. I love that your poem focuses on your joy at the long-awaited buds after so much hard work and care.
ReplyDeleteNew fruit for me. Looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteLovely to read Hank. thenks for sharing.
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ReplyDeleteWhat a serene scene you've described! Your words painted a vivid picture of the water apple tree. It's like reading poetry. Your writing skill reminds me of the intricate designs of a Marble Chess Set - every detail carefully crafted. Keep up the great work!
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