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Indian Fruit Plants

Indian fruit plants here do not necessarily mean they are native to India. Some of the fruits commonly found in India are not native to the country. But they are commonly seen in at least some parts of the country.

India has a varied but mostly tropical climate. Hence, a large variety of fruit plants grow in India.

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  • Fruit Plant: Amla
  • Fruit Plant: Custard Apple
  • Fruit Plant: Malay Apple
  • Fruit Plant: Star Apple

The Indian gooseberry, also called amla or the nellikka, is a fruit-bearing tree native to India. It is an important ingredient of many ayurvedic preparations for health and wellness.

  • Common Names: Indian gooseberry, amla, Nellikai (in Tamil), Nellikkai (in Malayalam), Dhatri, Amlaka (in Sanskrit), Amla, Amlika (in Hindi), Usirikaya (in Telugu), and Dhatriphala (in Ayurveda).
  • Scientific name: Phyllanthus emblica
  • Maturity period: 2 Years (for grafted plants)
  • Growing in containers: Possible
  • Edibility rating: 8/10
  • Health benefits: 8/10

See Amla plant growth profile, care and health benefits.

Custard Apple is known by various names, such as Bull's Heart, Bullock's Heart, Cherimoya,  Kamansi, Ramphal, Wild Sweetsop, etc. 

Its flesh has a soft and sweet and custard-like texture and a unique flavour. It is best for making smoothies and desserts or simply consumed raw.

  • Scientific name: Annona reticulata
  • Propagation method: Seedling
  • Plant size: Large
  • Maturity period: 3-4 years
  • Fruiting season: August to October
  • Growing in containers: Possible
  • Ease of growing: Moderate
  • Supplier: Saphal Agro
  • Place of shipment: Thrissur
  • Shipment period: Within 3 days

Malay apple is a fruit similar to water apple, but not as juicy, though often bigger. The tree is attractive due to its beautiful canopy.

  • Common names: Malay Apple, Mountain Apple, Rose Apple
  • Scientific name: Syzygium malaccense
  • Propagation method: Seedling
  • Plant size: Medium to large
  • Supplier: Saphal Agro
  • Place of shipment: Thrissur, Kerala
  • Shipment period: Within 3 days

Milk fruit is known for its beautiful star-shaped pattern that is revealed when the fruit is cut in half. The tree is often used as an ornamental plant for landscaping due to its attractive foliage and fruit. Milk fruit is rich in minerals and vitamins. 

  • Variety Name: Purple
  • Scientific name: Chrysophyllum cainito
  • Propagation method: Graft
  • Plant size: Medium
  • Supplier: Saphal Agro