Indian Butter Tree Plant
Madhuca longifolia, known as Indian Butter Tree, is a hardy tree growing 15-20m, prefers loamy, well-drained soil, full sun, and has both edible and medicinal uses.
Habit
Tree
Height
4 to 6 m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Loamy, well-drained
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
60% to 80%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
5 to 10 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.5 to 0.8 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
20 to 30 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
10 to 15 years
Health Benefits
Medicinal, Ornamental
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 3-4 months with balanced liquid fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Aphids, Scale Insects.
Brown/black spots on leaves, White powdery patches on leaves, Yellowing, wilting of plants, Curling, yellowing leaves, Waxy bumps on leaves and stems.
Prune affected leaves, apply neem oil, Improve soil drainage, reduce watering, Insecticidal soap.
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides containing sulfur, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Insecticides like acephate.