Paradise Nuts Fruit

₹150.00

Paradise Nut is a rare tropical tree known for producing large edible nuts rich in oil and nutrients. The tree grows well in humid tropical climates and develops attractive foliage with hard-shelled fruits containing nutritious seeds.Paradise Nut is native to South America. The nuts are traditionally consumed roasted or processed for oil extraction. Due to its ornamental appearance and useful seeds, the plant is cultivated in tropical regions as both a nut crop and landscape tree. Order: Ericales Family: Lecythidaceae Genus: Lecythis Species: L. zabucajo Botanical Name: Lecythis zabucajo

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.