Wild Cashew Plant
Anacardium occidentale, or Wild Cashew, is a hardy tree growing 5-15m, prefers sandy, well-drained soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal properties.
Habit
Tree
Height
4-5 meters
Growth
Medium
Soil
Sandy, well-drained
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Brazil
Climatic Condition
Tropical, subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-35
Humidity (%)
70-80
Potting media
Loamy soil with sand
Fertilizers
Nitrogen-rich
Watering
High
Plant Weight
1-3 kg
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
5.5-6.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
0.3-0.5 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
2 - 100kgs/tree
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
10-20 years
Health Benefits
Rich in healthy fats, aids in heart health, boosts immunity
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
60% sandy soil, 20% compost, 20% loam
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6-8 weeks with organic compost and mulch.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Anthracnose, Root Rot, Powdery Mildew, Leaf Spot, Aphids.
Dark lesions on leaves, fruits, and stems Yellowing, White powdery coating on leaves, Brown/black spots on leaves, Curling, yellowing leaves.
Prune affected parts, apply neem oil, Improve soil drainage, reduce watering.
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Fungicides containing sulfur, Copper-based fungicides, Imidacloprid-based insecticides.