Indian Wild Pecan Plant
Carya illinoinensis, or Indian Wild Pecan, is a slow-growing tree reaching 10-20m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and produces edible nuts.
Habit
Tree
Height
10-20m
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained loamy
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15-25
Humidity (%)
50-60%
Potting media
50% Loam, 30% Sand, 20% Compost
Fertilizers
Balanced Fertilizers
Watering
Regular Watering
Plant Weight
3-6 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.0
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
0.5-1.0 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
10-15 kg per Plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
10-20 yrs
Health Benefits
Rich in Protein, Antioxidant
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 months with slow-release fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Pecan Scab, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Aphids, Leaf Spot.
Dark spots on leaves and nuts, White powdery spots on leaves, Yellowing, wilting leaves, Curling, Brown or black spots on leaves.
Fungicides containing chlorothalonil, Fungicides with myclobutanil, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Copper-based fungicides.