Our Tree of the Week was selected by one of our software developers, Mudassir! He chose the Java Plum Tree (Syzygium cumini). It is an evergreen tropical tree that is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It can reach heights of up to 100 ft and can live more than 100 years! Due to the fact that it is a very fast growing tree, it is considered an invasive species in many world regions. It has been introduced to areas including islands of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore. The aromatic leaves are pinkish when young, changing to a leathery, glossy dark green with a yellow midrib as they mature. The leaves are used as food for livestock, as they have good nutritional value. Jambolan fruits have a sweet or slightly acidic flavor, are eaten raw, and may be made into sauces or jam. Fruits may be made into juice, jelly, sorbet, syrup (e.g., kala khatta),or fruit salad.