Indian Raisin Tree Plant
Hovenia dulcis, or Indian Raisin Tree, is a hardy tree growing 10-15m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal uses.
Habit
Tree
Height
4 to 6 m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained, sandy soil
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India, Africa
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Dry
Temperature (°)
25 to 40
Humidity (%)
40 to 60
Potting media
Garden soil
Fertilizers
Organic compost, NPK 10:10:10
Watering
Low
Plant Weight
500-800 g
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Soil EC
0.2 to 0.7
Yield Per Plant
30-60 kg/tree
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
30-50 years
Health Benefits
Rich in vitamin C, supports digestion.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 3 months with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery Mildew, Leaf Spot, Root Rot, Aphids, Scale Insects.
White powdery spots on leaves, Brown or black spots on leaves, Yellowing, wilting leaves, Curling, stunted growth.
Fungicides with myclobutanil, Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Imidacloprid-based insecticides.