Indian Mangaba Plant
Hancornia speciosa, or Indian Mangaba, is a hardy tree growing 4-8m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal properties.
Habit
Tree
Height
5 to 7 m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
60% to 70%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
4 to 8 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
.5 to 0.8 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
8 to 12 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
10 to 15 years
Health Benefits
Antioxidant, Immune Boost
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
Root Rot, Powdery Mildew, Anthracnose, Leaf Spot, Aphids.
Yellowing, wilting leaves, White powdery spots on leaves, Dark lesions on leaves and fruit, Brown or black spots on leaves, Curling.
Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Fungicides with myclobutanil, Fungicides containing chlorothalonil, Copper-based fungicides, Imidacloprid-based insecticides.