{"product_id":"wood-apple-limonia-acidissima-seedling-live-plant","title":"Wood Apple (Limonia acidissima) - Seedling - LIVE PLANT","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-klayk-79elbk h-full dark:bg-gray-800\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-klayk-1n7m0yu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm dark:bg-gray-800\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group w-full text-token-text-primary border-b border-black\/10 dark:border-gray-900\/50 bg-gray-50 dark:bg-[#444654]\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-4 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 md:py-6 m-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base mx-auto md:gap-6 md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-[38rem] xl:max-w-3xl }\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3 lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3 max-w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-3 overflow-x-auto whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cmrbbe\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"31\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"31\"\u003ePlant Insights and Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"507\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"47\"\u003eWood Apple\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"69\"\u003eLimonia acidissima\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"104\"\u003eElephant Apple\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"122\"\u003eMonkey Fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"139\"\u003eKath Bel\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a hardy tropical fruit tree native to the Indian subcontinent and Sri Lanka. It is highly regarded for its exceptional drought tolerance, making it one of the best fruit trees for \u003cstrong data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"362\"\u003ehot, arid climates such as the UAE\u003c\/strong\u003e. The tree develops a broad, rounded canopy and typically reaches \u003cstrong data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"453\"\u003e6–10 meters in height\u003c\/strong\u003e, though it can be maintained smaller through pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eWood Apple thrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"543\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and is remarkably tolerant of \u003cstrong data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"649\"\u003ehigh temperatures, poor soils, drought, and even moderate soil salinity\u003c\/strong\u003e. It performs well in the UAE's climate, provided it receives regular irrigation while establishing. Once mature, it requires significantly less water than most tropical fruit trees. It prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"881\"\u003ewell-draining sandy or loamy soils\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"906\"\u003epH of 6.0–8.0\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it particularly well suited to the naturally alkaline soils found in much of the UAE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eAlthough drought tolerant, deep watering every few days during the hottest months improves growth and fruit production. Mulching around the base helps conserve moisture and maintain cooler soil temperatures. Fertilize every \u003cstrong data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e6–8 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e during active growth with a balanced fruit tree fertilizer. Pruning is generally limited to removing dead or crossing branches and maintaining the desired tree size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eWood Apple is a relatively slow-growing tree but is extremely long-lived and can remain productive for many decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eKey Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11yuukp\" data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e India and Sri Lanka.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ohvo2i\" data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical to subtropical; exceptionally tolerant of heat and drought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6jbgcc\" data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003eSun Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i5r45c\" data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; deep watering during establishment, relatively drought tolerant once mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xrq9p\" data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining sandy or loamy soils; adapts well to alkaline UAE soils (pH 6.0–8.0).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"k5josp\" data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced fertilizer every 6–8 weeks during the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ifb792\" data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal; prune to maintain shape and remove dead wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uvbsdp\" data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to moderate; seedlings typically fruit in 5-7 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"kesz0x\" data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003eFruit Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003eWood Apple produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2263\"\u003eround fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e measuring \u003cstrong data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003e5–12 cm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e with an extremely \u003cstrong data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003ehard, woody shell\u003c\/strong\u003e that must be cracked open with a hammer or heavy knife. Inside is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2430\"\u003ebrown, aromatic pulp\u003c\/strong\u003e containing numerous small seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2751\"\u003eThe pulp has a distinctive flavor that combines \u003cstrong data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2538\"\u003esweetness and acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e, often described as a blend of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2620\"\u003etamarind, dates, raisins, citrus, and molasses\u003c\/strong\u003e. The fruit is commonly eaten fresh with sugar, blended into drinks, made into chutneys, jams, desserts, and traditional beverages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2753\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003eWood Apple is highly nutritious, being rich in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2800\" data-end=\"2861\"\u003edietary fiber, calcium, iron, vitamin C, and antioxidants\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2864\" data-end=\"2890\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2864\" data-end=\"2888\"\u003eDive into the facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"3245\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v0wvaa\" data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"2903\"\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet-tart with rich notes of tamarind, dates, raisins, and citrus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ucq451\" data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"3065\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"2991\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round fruit with a hard grey-brown shell enclosing aromatic brown pulp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gnhduz\" data-start=\"3066\" data-end=\"3245\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3081\"\u003eFun Fact:\u003c\/strong\u003e The shell of a mature Wood Apple is so hard that it often survives falling from the tree without cracking, helping protect the fruit from animals until fully ripe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"rarefruittrees.ae","offers":[{"title":"Large (65cm to 120cm)","offer_id":67384542527792,"sku":"P-L-WOODAPPL","price":220.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (20cm to 65cm)","offer_id":67384542560560,"sku":"P-M-WOODAPPL","price":140.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/0772\/6128\/files\/Woodappletree.png?v=1784531741","url":"https:\/\/www.rarefruittrees.ae\/products\/wood-apple-limonia-acidissima-seedling-live-plant","provider":"RareFruitTrees.ae","version":"1.0","type":"link"}