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.
Habit
Tree
Height
10-25 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained loamy
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
High
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India, Southeast Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Humid
Temperature (°)
25-35°C
Humidity (%)
60-90%
Potting media
Peat, compost
Fertilizers
Organic, NPK-rich
Watering
Regular
Plant Weight
20-40 kg
Flowering Time
March to June
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 7.0
Water Ph level
5.5 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
150 - 200/tree
NPK ratio
8:03:09
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Rich in fiber, vitamins, antioxidants
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
· Rich in fiber: Supports digestion and gut health.
· Boosts immunity: High in Vitamin C and antioxidants.
· Heart health: Helps regulate blood pressure and cholesterol levels.