Elephant Apple Chalta Dillenia Indica Fruit Plants & Tree(1.5-3 Feet Size) - Tapobon
MRP ₹872 Inclusive of all taxes
Non Returnable
Pot Not Included
Features
- A distinctive, large, round fruit with a greenish-yellow skin and mildly sweet, exotic flavor, traditionally used in pickles, jams, and curries.
- This evergreen fruit tree is easy to cultivate, making it a low-maintenance choice for beginner gardeners.
- Using a secure paper core packing method for shipping plants.which help ventilating the plant during transit.
COD (Cash On Delivery) On request
Delivery
Product Information
| # | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2. | brand | TAPOBON |
Plants are packed and shipped by Tapobon Nursery.
Elephant Apple Chalta Dillenia Indica Fruit Plant
Product Features and Variety
The Elephant Apple tree (Dillenia indica), also known as Chalta, is a handsome, medium-sized evergreen tree native to tropical and subtropical Asia. This offering is a resilient plant well-suited for cultivation across various Indian climates and soil types. The plant is likely propagated via layering or grafting to ensure true-to-type characteristics and promote earlier maturity.
- Botanical Name: Dillenia indica.
- Type: Evergreen Fruit Plant/Tree, suitable for growing in both the ground and large containers. The plant size is approximately 1.5-3 Feet Height.
- Suitability: Can thrive in almost all Indian climates and soil conditions.
The Fruit: Elephant Apple (Chalta)
The Elephant Apple is a distinctive, large, round fruit, technically an aggregate of carpels enclosed by persistent, fleshy sepals.
- Appearance and Taste: The fruit has a greenish-yellow skin and features a mildly sweet, refreshing, and exotic flavor.
- Culinary Use: It is traditionally used in culinary preparations such as pickles, jams, and curries in various parts of India and Southeast Asia.
Essential Care Guide for Indian Climates
Sunlight and Climate Needs
- Sunlight: Prefers a location that receives full to partial sunlight (at least 4-6 hours a day) for healthy growth and fruiting.
- Climate: Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates, which cover most of the Indian subcontinent.
Watering and Soil
- Soil: Plant in well-draining, fertile soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types but performs best in moist, slightly acidic soil.
- Watering: Requires regular and consistent watering, especially in the growing season, to maintain soil moisture without becoming waterlogged.
- Packing: The secure paper core packing method used for shipping plants helps ensure protection and ventilation during transit.
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