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Janibosa sp. (red variety). 



WATER APPLE. 



This low-growing tree with its bright evergreen foHage, is not 

 common in Hawaii. The flowers are small, deep crimson, and 

 appear on the branches either singly or in bunches. The con- 

 trast between these brilliant flowers and the fresh green leaves 

 makes a very beautiful sight when the tree is in full bloom. The 

 fruit, which ripens in July, appears in clusters : it is tlie same shape 

 as that of the preceeding variety, but in color it is a bright scarlet. 

 It contains from 1 to 3 seeds, which are somewhat difficult to 

 germinate. The fruit is crisp, watery, and has a sub-acid flavor. 



