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Achacha (Garcinia humilis)

Achacha (Garcinia humilis) is a tropical fruit tree native to Bolivia, known for its sweet, tangy, and refreshing yellow-orange fruits.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Requires well-draining, fertile soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Young plants may need protection from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging.

Water more frequently during dry periods and less in cooler months.

Soil

Requires well-draining, fertile soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 20-30°C; sensitive to frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Fruit

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

5-10 m

Spread

3-5 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

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Synonyms
Malpighia mitis Rchb. ex Griseb.
Mammea humilis Vahl
Mammea lateriflora Griseb.
Rheedia americana Christm.
Rheedia humilis (Vahl) Kosterm.
Rheedia lateriflora L.
Rheedia sessiliflora Planch. ex Vesque
Rheedia sieberi Choisy
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familyClusiaceae
  • genusGarcinia
  • speciesGarcinia humilis
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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