Kei Apple Fruit

₹350.00

The Kei Apple is locally known as Kayaba. It is a shrub and fruit tree usually planted as a fence because of its thorny branches. Other names of Kei Apple are Umkokola, Wild Apricot and Kai apple. The plant got its name from Kei River in South Africa. The plant is sold in many parts of the country as seedlings and it is mainly used for fencing because it has thorny branches. It usually has green fruits when unripe and bright yellow when ripe. These fruits are edible but many people are not aware about it reason being its thorny nature . The fruit is round in shape , is juicy and acidic . They are usually eaten raw but some people cook them. Also the high acidity makes them preferable for preparing jams and jellies.

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.