Indian Raisin Tree
Hovenia dulcis

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.


Picture illustrating Indian Raisin Tree plant

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.

Neem oil, Prune infected leaves, Improve drainage, reduce watering.

Fungicides with myclobutanil, Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Imidacloprid-based insecticides. 

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