The fruit is a fleshy whitish-pinkish to yellowish-pinkish or red berry which is bell shaped, waxy and crisp.

[1] The tree requires heavy rainfalls and can survive in tropical habitats, up to 1600m from sea level.

[3] In the Philippines, it is locally known as tambis and is often confused with macopa (Syzygium samarangense).

The fruit has a very mild and slightly sweet taste similar to apples, and a crisp watery texture like the inside of a watermelon.

It is a staple of Southeast Asian fruit stands, where it is inexpensive while in season.