Wild Indian Peach
Prunus persica

Wild Indian Peach Plant

Prunus persica, or Wild Indian Peach, is a hardy tree growing 4-6m, prefers loamy, well-drained soil, full sun, and has edible fruits with medicinal properties.


Picture illustrating Wild Indian Peach plant

Habit

Tree

Height

2-3 meters

Growth

Medium

Soil

Loamy, well-drained

Shade

Full Sun

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

India

Climatic Condition

Tropical, subtropical

Temperature (°)

25-35

Humidity (%)

70-80

Potting media

Organic compost

Fertilizers

Nitrogen-rich

Watering

Moderate

Plant Weight 

200-300 grams

Flowering Time

Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0-7.5

Water Ph level

6.0-7.0

Soil EC

0.3-0.4 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

20 - 30kgs/tree

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

10-20 years

Health Benefits

High in antioxidants, aids in digestion, promotes skin health

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

40% peat moss, 30% perlite, 20% compost, 10% sand.


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Balanced fertilizer (N-P-K 10-10-10) every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Peach Leaf Curl, Brown Rot, Aphids, Peach Tree Borer, Root Rot 

Curling, puckering of leaves, Brown, sunken areas on fruit ,Curling, yellowing leaves, Holes in bark, sawdust-like frass ,Yellowing, wilting 

Prune affected areas, apply neem oil, Remove affected fruit, improve air circulation, Insecticidal soap, neem oil, Use pheromone traps, introduce predators, Improve soil drainage, avoid overwatering 

In-Organic Remedies

Fungicides with copper or sulfur, Fungicides with copper or mancozeb, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Insecticides containing pyrethroids, Fungicides with metalaxyl

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