Thai Cherry Tree (Muntingia calabura)
₹600.00 Regular Price
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Scientific Name: Muntingia calabura — Jamaican Cherry, Singapore Cherry.
Native Home: Southern Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Height: 5–12 metres.
Lifespan: Around 10–25 years, depending on growing conditions.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Not commonly harvested for commercial timber.
Harvesting: Small red fruits are picked when fully ripe and soft.
Age to Harvest: Around 1–2 years.
Products: Fresh fruit, jams, juices, and wildlife food.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Fruits are traditionally eaten fresh in parts of Central America.
Global Spread: Widely planted in Thailand, India, Southeast Asia, and other tropical regions.
