Key Features & Benefits

• A regional variety of Jackfruit Tree commonly known as  Red Panas
• Produces medium to large fruits with firm to moderately soft bulbs
• Good balance of sweetness and aroma
• Suitable for both ripe consumption and raw vegetable use
• Hardy tree with good adaptability to tropical climates
• Grafted plants (if used) fruit earlier than seed-grown ones
• Useful for home gardens and small-scale farming

Plant Care Guide

Sunlight

• Requires full sunlight (6–8 hours daily)
• Important for strong growth and fruit development

Soil

• Prefers well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter
• Can tolerate a range of soils if drainage is good
• Ideal pH range: 6.0 to 7.5

Watering

• Water regularly during early growth stage
• Keep soil moderately moist but not waterlogged
• Mature trees are somewhat drought-tolerant
• Increase watering during flowering and fruit formation
• Reduce watering in winter

Fertilizers

• Apply organic manure (cow dung or compost) every 1–2 months
• Use balanced NPK fertilizer (10:10:10) during growth phase
• Add potassium-rich fertilizers for better fruit quality
• Neem cake helps improve soil health and control soil pests

Re-potting Instructions

• Suitable for container growing in early stage only
• Use large pots (at least 24–30 inches depth)
• Re-pot every 1–2 years while young
• Best to transplant into open ground for full tree growth
• Ensure proper drainage in containers

Fruiting Season

• Starts fruiting in 3–5 years (earlier if grafted)
• Fruiting season in India: March to June
• Fruits take several months to mature after flowering

Usage Ideas

• Eat ripe fruit fresh
• Use raw fruit in curries and traditional dishes
• Prepare chips, pickles, and sweets
• Make jackfruit-based snacks and processed products
• Seeds can be boiled, roasted, or added to recipes

Care Tips

• Provide support to young plants to protect from wind damage
• Mulching helps retain soil moisture and improve fertility
• Prune lightly to remove weak or overcrowded branches
• Protect from frost and extreme cold
• Monitor pests like fruit borers and mealybugs; use neem oil or organic sprays
• Ensure adequate spacing if planting in ground, as the tree grows large.