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Cempedak (Artocarpus Integer) - Grafted - LIVE PLANT
Cempedak (Artocarpus Integer) - Grafted - LIVE PLANT
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Plant Insights and Care
Cempedak, scientifically known as Artocarpus integer, is a unique tree belonging to the Moraceae family, the same as breadfruit and jackfruit. Native to Southeast Asia, it's an important crop in Malaysia and is also cultivated in southern Thailand and parts of Indonesia. Cempedak trees are large, evergreen trees, which can grow up to 20 meters in height, though most reach around 12 meters. These monoecious trees bear both male and female flowers and can produce heavy crops of fruit once or twice a year.
Key Points:
- Origin: Southeast Asia.
- Climate: Adapts well to a range of tropical climates, can tolerate temporary flooding.
- Sun Exposure: Prefers sunny conditions, specific sun exposure requirements not detailed.
- Watering: Requires well-drained soils, though capable of withstanding temporary flooding.
- Soil: Thrives in non-eroded, well-drained soils.
Fruit Profile
Cempedak fruits are cylindrical to spherical, measuring 10 to 15 cm in diameter and 20 to 35 cm in length. The skin is thin and leathery, varying in color from greenish to yellowish-brown, with a distinctive pentagonal pattern. The flesh of the fruit, or arils, is edible both raw and cooked. It's yellowish-white to orange, sweet and fragrant, with a soft, slippery texture and a slightly fibrous nature. The ripe fruit has a strong, pungent smell, similar to durian, and its taste is often compared to jackfruit and breadfruit, with a hint of durian flavor. The seeds are also edible and are about 2–3 cm in length.
Dive into the facts:
- Taste: Sweet and fragrant, similar to jackfruit and breadfruit, with a durian-like aroma.
- Appearance: Cylindrical to spherical fruits with a greenish to brownish, pentagon-patterned skin.
- Fun Fact: Cempedak is often propagated in mixed orchard systems alongside other fruit trees in the Malay archipelago, showcasing its importance in local agriculture and diversity in cultivation methods.
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