Key Features & Benefits

• Unique tropical fruit tree that bears fruits directly on the trunk (cauliflorous habit)
• Produces small, round, dark purple to black fruits with juicy, sweet pulp
• Highly ornamental plant with attractive bark and compact growth
• Rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and beneficial plant compounds
• Suitable for container gardening and small spaces due to slow growth
• Long-living tree with high aesthetic and exotic value

Plant Care Guide

Sunlight

• Prefers full sun to partial shade
• Young plants benefit from light shade
• Mature plants can tolerate more direct sunlight

Soil

• Requires rich, well-draining soil with high organic content
• Ideal mix: garden soil + compost + cocopeat + sand
• Prefers slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5–6.5)

Temperature & Climate

• Thrives in warm, humid climates
• Ideal temperature: 18°C to 32°C
• Sensitive to extreme heat and frost
• Requires consistent humidity for best growth

Watering

• Needs regular and consistent watering
• Keep soil evenly moist at all times
• Do not allow soil to dry out completely
• Avoid waterlogging

Fertilizers

• Apply organic compost or vermicompost every month
• Use balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season
• Add micronutrients occasionally for healthy growth
• Avoid excessive chemical fertilizers

Re-potting Instructions

• Use a medium to large pot (minimum 14–18 inches deep)
• Ensure excellent drainage
• Re-pot every 2–3 years as plant grows slowly
• Replace topsoil annually with fresh organic mix
• Handle roots gently, as they are sensitive

Fruiting Season

• Slow-growing plant; seedling may take 6–10 years to fruit
• Can fruit multiple times a year in ideal conditions
• Fruits appear directly on trunk and branches
• Fruiting often occurs after rainfall or heavy watering cycles

Usage Ideas

• Eat fresh directly from the tree
• Use in juices, jams, jellies, and wines
• Add to desserts and fruit bowls
• Can be used for making exotic beverages
• Popular among collectors of rare fruit plants

Care Tips

• Maintain consistent moisture; plant dislikes drought stress
• Mulch well to retain soil moisture and improve soil health
• Provide good air circulation while maintaining humidity
• Protect from strong sunlight during early stages
• Prune lightly to shape and remove dead branches
• Monitor for pests like aphids and treat with organic sprays
• Patience is important, as growth and fruiting are slow.