Indian Black Sapote Plant

Diospyros texana, or Indian Black Sapote, is a hardy tree growing 5-8m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal properties.

Habit

Tree

Height

3 to 8 m

Growth

Medium

Soil

Well-drained sandy soil

Shade

Full

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Mexico, Central America

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Humid

Temperature (°)

20 to 30

Humidity (%)

60 to 80

Potting media

Garden soil

Fertilizers

Balanced NPK

Watering

Moderate

Plant Weight 

1-5 kg

Flowering Time

spring to summer 

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.5

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Soil EC

0.3 to 1.0

Yield Per Plant 

50-70 kg/tree

NPK ratio 

12:12:12

life Span

Perennial

Health Benefits

High in antioxidants, supports heart health.

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

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Common Diseases

Anthracnose, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Aphids, Fruit Fly Infestation.

Symptoms

Dark lesions on fruit and leaves, White powdery spots on leaves, Yellowing, wilting leaves, Curling, Small holes in fruit. 

Organic Remedies

Prune infected areas, apply Neem oil, Improve drainage, reduce watering, Insecticidal soap, Use traps. 

In-Organic Remedies

Fungicides containing chlorothalonil, Fungicides with myclobutanil, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Imidacloprid-based insecticides.