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Jewish Plum (Spondias dulcis)

Spondias dulcis, commonly known as Ambarella, is a tropical fruit tree producing tart, plum-like fruits that are edible when ripe.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for optimal fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential; tolerates a range of soil types but prefers fertile loam.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is between 20-30°C. Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season (spring to fall).

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for optimal fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential; tolerates a range of soil types but prefers fertile loam.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is between 20-30°C. Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season (spring to fall).

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-20 m

Spread

5-10 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Synonyms
Chrysomelon pomiferum G.Forst. ex A.Gray
Cytheraea dulcis (Parkinson) Wight & Arn.
Evia acida Blume
Evia dulcis (Parkinson) Comm. ex Blume
Poupartia dulcis (Parkinson) Blume
Spondias acida Blume
Spondias cytherea Sonn.
Spondias fragrans Pav. ex Engl.
Spondias longifolia Roxb.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSapindales
  • familyAnacardiaceae
  • genusSpondias
  • speciesSpondias dulcis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

Additional Care Tips

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