LOCAL WATER APPLE

₹100.00

Local Water Apple is a popular tropical fruit variety found in Kerala, prized for its refreshing taste, crisp texture, and high water content. The fruits are medium to large, with a shiny skin and mildly sweet flavor, making them perfect for fresh consumption or juices. Local Water Apple trees are hardy, fast-growing, and well-suited for home gardens and small orchards. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, these fruits provide natural hydration and are a healthy addition to the diet.Botanical name: Syzygium aqueum,Native to Malaysia and Indonesia.

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.