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Indian Plum (Flacourtia jangomas)

Flacourtia jangomas, commonly known as Indian Plum, is a thorny shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia and India, producing edible fruit.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but thrives in well-drained, fertile loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed annually in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Full sun promotes best fruiting.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water more frequently during dry spells and fruiting.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but thrives in well-drained, fertile loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Tolerates heat well.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed annually in spring.

Use balanced fertilizer and compost.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Tree

Plant Category

Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

3-10 m

Spread

2-5 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Synonyms
Flacourtia cataphracta Roxb. ex Willd.
Rumea jangomas (Lour.) Spreng.
Stigmarota jangomas Lour.
Xylosma borneensis Ridl.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familySalicaceae
  • genusFlacourtia
  • speciesFlacourtia jangomas
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

Additional Care Tips

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