KARONDA CHERRY

₹100.00

Karonda Cherry is a small tropical fruit plant known for its tangy taste, medicinal value, and hardy nature. It is widely grown in tropical and subtropical regions and is popular for its nutritious fruits and easy cultivation. The plant grows as a thorny shrub or small tree with dense green leaves. The fruits are small, round to oval-shaped, and change color from green to pink, red, and finally dark purple or black when fully ripe. The ripe fruits have a slightly sour to sweet taste and are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. Karonda cherries are commonly used for pickles, jams, jellies, chutneys, and juices. The plant is also valued for its medicinal properties and is often planted as a natural fence or hedge because of its thorny branches. Due to its hardy growth, nutritional benefits, and multiple uses, Karonda Cherry is widely grown in home gardens and farms. Botanical name: Carissa carandas Origin: India and Southeast Asia (native to India, Nepal, Myanmar

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.