Himalayan Plum
Prunus cerasoides

Himalayan Plum

Prunus salicina, or Himalayan Plum, is a hardy tree growing 5-8m, prefers loamy, well-drained soil, full sun, and has edible fruits with medicinal properties.


bunch of round red fruits
Picture illustrating Himalayan Plum plant 

Habit

Tree

Height

5-8m

Growth

Medium

Soil

Well-drained Loam

Shade

Full

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Himalayas

Climatic Condition

Temperate, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

18-25

Humidity (%)

50-60

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter

Fertilizers

Balanced Fertilizers

Watering

Weekly watering

Plant Weight 

1.0-2.0

Flowering Time

Spring to Early Summer

Soil Ph level

6.2-7.0

Water Ph level

6.0-7.2

Soil EC

0.5-1.0

Yield Per Plant 

6-10 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

15-20years

Health Benefits

Antioxidant, Heart Health

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Himalayan Plum, Aphids, Downy Mildew, Leaf Spot, Fruit Rot 

White powdery patches on leaves, Curling, yellowing leaves ,Yellow spots on leaves, grayish mold underneath, Brown or black spots on leaves, Soft, decaying fruit 

Apply sulfur-based sprays, Insecticidal soap, neem oil, Neem oil, improve air circulation, Prune affected areas, neem oil ,Improve air circulation, remove affected fruit 

In-Organic Remedies

Fungicides containing sulfur, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Fungicides with copper, Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with copper 

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