Memecylon coeruleum Jack
| Etymology | Genus | From Greek memaecylon; describing the red fruits of Arbutus unedo |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Blue coloured | |
| Family | Melastomataceae | |
| Synonyms | Memecylon caeruleum Jack | |
| Common Names | Blue Strawberry Flowers, Delek-delek Jambu | |
| Status | Exotic: Casual | |
| Form | Shrub | |
| Native Distribution | Southeast Asia, the Philippines, and throughout the Malay Archipelago to New Guinea | |
Diagnostics
Usually a shrub or small tree growing at coastal areas. Opposite leaves with very short petioles. The leaves have a cordate base, and light green on the underside. The fruits are white, purple and ripen to black.
Interesting Facts
This plant was previously misidentified as Memecylon caeruleum, and listed as a native plant with critically endangered status.
Casual individual at Pasir Ris Mangrove, 2026.
Leaf upper surface.
Light green underside.
Fruiting branch.
Flower.
Fruits.
Siyang ·
2026-01-27