Marang Fruit

₹600.00

Marang fruit is an evergreen tree with spreading branches, 25–30 m (80–100 ft) tall. Leaves alternate, with rough, sandpapery surface, 20–45 cm (8–18 in) long by 15–30 cm (6–12 in) wide. Monoecious flowers produce male and female spikes. The female flowers develop into an ovoid or irregularly shaped, yellowish-green to yellowishbrown fruit, weighing about 1 kg (2.2 lbs) and measuring 15–20 cm (6–8 in) in diameter. The thick rind is densely covered in short, soft spikes. The white flesh (aril) has a strong, sweet, and very aromatic smell and contains numerous brown seeds. Origin and Distribution. The marang is probably native to the Philippines and Borneo. It is cultivated mainly in Southeast Asia and is uncommon to rare in other parts of the tropics. The tree prefers a warm and humid tropical climate. Food uses. The fruits, which turn yellowish-brown in color when fully ripe, are cut open and the sweet, soft pulp surrounding the seeds is extracted from the shell. The seeds taste similar to peanuts but have a crunchier texture and are boiled in saltwater or roasted and consumed as snacks. Marang fruit plants in Kerala is also avaialabe now.Botanical name: Artocarpus odoratissimus,Country: Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei

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.