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Ceylon Gooseberry Tree (Dovyalis hebecarpa)

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  • Scientific Name: Dovyalis hebecarpa — Ceylon Gooseberry, Ketembilla.

  • Native Home: Sri Lanka.

  • Height: 3–6 metres.

  • Lifespan: Several decades.

Uses and Harvesting

  • Timber: Not commonly used commercially; mainly grown for its fruit.

  • Harvesting: Ripe purple fruits are hand-picked carefully because the branches may have thorns.

  • Age to Harvest: Around 2–4 years from planting.

  • Products: Fresh fruit, juice, jam, jelly, and preserves.

History and Global Production

  • Traditional Use: The tart fruits are traditionally used in Sri Lankan preserves and homemade drinks.

  • Global Spread: Cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions, including India and parts of Southeast Asia.

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