Jackfruit 'Vietnam Super Early' (Artocarpus Heterophyllus) - Grafted - LIVE PLANT

Plant Insights and Care

Jackfruit ‘Vietnam Super Early’ (Artocarpus heterophyllus) is a fast-growing, high-yielding variety prized for its early fruiting habit, compact size, and sweet, crunchy arils. This cultivar is known to produce fruit within 1.5 to 2.5 years from planting under optimal conditions, making it a favorite among growers seeking quick returns. The tree is medium-sized, typically reaching 4–6 meters in height, and is well-adapted to hot, humid tropical climates.

It thrives in full sun and prefers deep, fertile, well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5. Regular, deep watering is essential during establishment and fruiting, though mature trees are moderately drought-tolerant. In very hot climates like the UAE, mulching and consistent moisture management are crucial during the flowering and fruit development periods. Light pruning after harvesting helps maintain structure and promotes airflow.

Key Points:

• Origin: Vietnam (selected cultivar of jackfruit).

• Climate: Suited to hot, tropical conditions; heat-tolerant with proper irrigation.

• Sun Exposure: Requires full sun for vigorous growth and fruiting.

• Watering: Deep, regular watering—especially in flowering and fruiting seasons.

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil; pH 6.0–7.5.

• Growth Rate: Fast-growing; fruiting starts in 1.5–2.5 years.

• Fertilization: Benefits from organic compost and NPK fertilizers, especially high potassium during fruiting.

• Pruning: Light annual pruning improves yield and airflow.

Fruit Profile

The Vietnam Super Early jackfruit produces medium to large-sized fruits with thin rinds and densely packed, sweet, golden-yellow arils. The flesh is crisp, non-sticky, and highly aromatic, with minimal latex compared to other varieties. This makes it easier to harvest and clean. The fruit weighs on average 8–15 kg, though some trees produce even larger specimens under ideal conditions.

Dive into the facts:

• Taste: Sweet, fruity, and mildly floral with a crisp texture.

• Appearance: Oval to oblong green-yellow fruit with golden-yellow, crunchy arils inside.

• Fun Fact: This cultivar is valued not just for its speed to maturity, but also for its low-latex content, which makes cleaning and eating much easier than traditional varieties.