Elephant Leaf

₹300.00

Elephant Leaf Water Apple is a unique tropical fruit variety distinguished by its large, glossy leaves and equally impressive fruits. Cultivated in Kerala, it produces medium to large-sized water apples with crisp, juicy flesh and a mildly sweet, refreshing flavor. This variety is ideal for fresh consumption, juices, salads, and culinary uses. The trees are hardy, high-yielding, and well-suited for home gardens as well as commercial orchards. Rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and natural hydration, Elephant Leaf Water Apple offers both delicious taste and nutritional benefits.Botanical name: Alocasia macrorrhizos,Native to Southeast Asia and parts of the Pacific Islands

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.