Jackfruit
Artocarpus heterophyllus

Jackfruit Plant

Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) is a tree that grows 30-70 ft tall, hardy in USDA Zones 10-12, prefers well-drained, loamy soil, full sun, high moisture, is edible, and has medicinal uses.


Picture illustrating Jackfruit plant

Habit

Tree 

Height

10 to 20 mt

Growth

 Moderate

Soil

 Well-drained, loamy

Shade

Full Sun

Moisture

High 

Edible

 Yes

Medicinal

Yes 

Origin

India

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

25°C to 35°C

Humidity (%)

60% to 80%

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizer

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

10 to 20 kg

Flowering Time

Summer to Fall

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.5

Soil EC

0.6 to 1.2 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

50 to 100 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

25 to 30 years

Health Benefits

High in Fiber, Hydration

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 6 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

 Anthracnose, Powdery Mildew, Leaf Spot, Fruit Rot.

 Dark sunken spots on leaves and fruit, White powdery spots on leaves, Brown spots on leaves, Rotting of fruit, brown lesions

 Remove infected parts, copper fungicide Neem oil, potassium bicarbonate Remove infected leaves, copper fungicide Remove infected fruit, improve air circulation

Chlorothalonil, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with captan or thiophanate-methyl.

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

· High in vitamin C and antioxidants, boosting immunity.

· Rich in dietary fiber, aiding digestion and gut health.

· Contains phytonutrients that may have anti-cancer properties.

· Supports heart health and helps regulate blood sugar.

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