Lilly Pilly / Monkey Apple (Layer) Fruit Plant

The fruits of the Creek Lilly Pilly (Syzgium australe) are particularly tasty, as are the slightly tarter fruits of the Szygium luehmannii. The fruits can be eaten fresh from the tree, or used to make jams, cordials and sauces.Lilly Pilly berries have a sweet-tart, musky, and metallic flavor with fruity, spice-filled notes reminiscent of cloves, cinnamon, pears, cranberries, and apples. It is important to note that there are many different varieties of berries under the Lilly Pilly name, and each variety will vary in flavor and texture.

Syzygium smithii (formerly Acmena smithii) is a summer-flowering, winter-fruiting evergreen tree, belonging to the myrtle family Myrtaceae. It shares the common name “lilly pilly” with several other plants.

The little red and pink pear-shaped berries that grow on the lilly pilly plant have a high concentration of antioxidants, amino acids and vitamins A, E and C, providing a powerful immune system boost. ‘Lilly pilly berries are a perfect addition to any smoothie or fruit salad

Lilly pillies like fertile soil with plenty of moisture. Protect them from cold or drying winds. Remember these are mostly tall trees so if you don’t have room for a rainforest giant, keep them pruned or select a dwarf form such as Syzygium Cascade which only grows to 3m tall and about 2m wide.

Lilly Pilly Fruit Benefits

• High on vitamin C and fruit acids.
• Anti-aging, anti-inflammatory.
• Brightens the skin.
• Potent anti-aging active.
• Promote a skin cell rejuvenation.
• Improves collagen production.
• Provides protection against the adverse effects of UVB radiation.