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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Requires full sun for optimal fruiting; tolerates partial shade in extremely hot tropical climates
Watering
Water deeply when the top 5 cm of soil dries out; tolerates short periods of drought once established
Temperature
Thrives in warm tropical to subtropical temperatures; cannot survive frost below 10°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Pinnately compound, 20–40 cm long; 6–12 elliptical, glossy green leaflets per stem
- Flower: Small, creamy-white blooms in drooping panicles up to 30 cm long
- Fruit: Oval, yellow-orange drupe (2–4 cm long) with tart, juicy, aromatic flesh
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during active growth and fruiting
Fertilization
Apply balanced organic fertilizer every 4 weeks. Reduce fertilization in late autumn to prepare for dormancy
Composted banana peel tea：Compost banana peels for 2 weeks, steep in water for 24 hours, dilute 1:20 for root drench to avoid nutrient burnPruning
- Remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches in late winter before new growth emerges
- Thin overcrowded canopy branches to improve air circulation and sunlight penetration for better fruiting
- Prune to maintain desired tree height and shape immediately after the fruiting season
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: Edible fruit and non-toxic foliage; no documented human toxicity
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Edible fruit used for fresh consumption, jams, jellies, and tropical beverages; ornamental shade tree for large gardens
