Big and Small Rollinia

₹150.00

Biriba is a fast-growing, flood-tolerant, sun-loving tropical tree, with leaves up to 35 cm long. It can reach a height of 4–15 m (13–49 ft), which can bear fruit from seed within 3 years.The fruit is large, conical or round, green when unripe, ripening to yellow. Its surface is covered with soft spines or protuberances which bruise and blacken with handling, giving it an unappealing appearance. This delicacy, together with a shelf life of less than a week, has limited its commercial cultivation. However, it is an increasingly popular tree for homestead cultivation in tropical areas. The fruit pulp is very soft and sweet, tasting somewhat like a lemon meringue pie. Some reports of the flavor are extremely favorable, others more moderate. It is generally eaten out of the hand, though some chefs have used it for cooking, and wine has been made out of it in Brazil.Botanical name: Rollinia mucosa,Country: South America (Amazon basin)

Planting Method

Site Selection

Thrives in subtropical/tropical climates. Prefers full sun and well-drained fertile soil.

Planting

Dig pits 1–1.5 ft deep. Mix soil with Vermicompost. Maintain 2–3 meters spacing between plants.

Care

Watering:

Regular intervals; keep soil moist but not waterlogged

Fungicide:

Saaf , Bavistin , Copper Oxychloride , Blitox

Pesticide:

Hilban , Nagata

Growth:

Foliar Spray , Npk 19-19-19 , Factamfos , Urea , Blaukorn

Flowering:

SOP , Potash , K Potash , 18-18-18(Flowering & Growth)

Harvest

Fruit appears 1–2 years after planting. Harvest when fruits turn vibrant and slightly soft.

Key Features

Tangy, sweet-tart fruits rich in Vitamins A, C, and antioxidants. Used fresh or for juices.

Propagation

Propagated via seeds, stem cuttings, or grafting. Grafted plants produce fruit much faster.