Wild Bignay Plant
Antidesma bunius, or Wild Bignay, is a hardy shrub/tree growing 3-6m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal uses.
Habit
Shrub/Tree
Height
2-3 meters
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained loamy
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Southeast Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-30
Humidity (%)
60-80
Potting media
Organic compost
Fertilizers
Balanced slow-release
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
300-500 grams
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.0
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
0.3-0.4 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
Moderate
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
3-5 years
Health Benefits
Rich in antioxidants, improves liver health
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2-3 months with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery Mildew, Leaf Spot, Root Rot, Aphids, Scale Insects.
White powdery spots on leaves, Brown or black spots on leaves, Yellowing, wilting leaves, Curling, stunted growth.
Fungicides with myclobutanil, Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Imidacloprid-based insecticides.