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Thai Cherry Tree (Muntingia calabura)

₹600.00 Regular Price
₹350.00Sale 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.

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