Plant Profile & Specifications
Scientific Name: Ziziphus mauritiana
(Thai/Taiwan hybrid varieties)
Common Names: Indian jujube, Apple plum
Fruit Characteristics: Light green skin, crisp and juicy white flesh, weighing 100g to 200g per fruit
Fruiting Season: Begins yielding heavily within the first year (typically harvested between September and February)
Lifespan: 20 to 30 years
Growing Conditions
Climate: Thrives in hot, dry, and tropical weather (ideal temperatures 20°C to 40°C)
Sunlight: Requires full, direct sunlight for 6 to 8 hours daily to ensure sweet fruit
Soil: Loose, fertile, sandy-loam soil with good drainage
Watering: Low to moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established
Container Friendly: Can be grown in large pots or 18×18 inch grow bags on terraces or in home gardens
Care & Maintenance
Fertilization: Feed with organic compost or cow dung manure every 45 to 60 days.
Pruning: Trim branches yearly after harvest to maintain bush size and improve future fruit yield.
Pest Control: Use organic neem oil spray periodically to protect new shoots from insects.
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