AGH_Chalta Fruit/Elephant-Apple Tree Plant_0112

Name : AGH_Chalta Fruit/Elephant-Apple Tree Plant_0112

Product Breadth : 3 Cm

Product Height : 26 Cm

Product Length : 3 Cm

Add Ons : Na

Net Quantity (N) : Pack Of 1

The Elephant-Apple plant, scientifically known as Dillenia indica, is a large evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It belongs to the family Dilleniaceae and is commonly found in countries like India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Myanmar, Thailand, and Indonesia. This plant is renowned for its distinctive fruit, which resembles an apple and is often consumed by humans and animals alike.

The Elephant-Apple tree can grow up to 25 meters in height and has a dense crown with broad, leathery leaves. The leaves are dark green on the upper surface and pale green on the underside, providing an attractive contrast. The tree produces beautiful large flowers that are around 15-20 cm in diameter. These flowers have five white petals with numerous yellow stamens in the center.

The fruit of the Elephant-Apple plant is the most notable feature of this tree. It is round or slightly oval in shape, measuring about 10-15 cm in diameter. The outer skin of the fruit is thick and woody, turning yellow when ripe. Inside, the fruit contains numerous small seeds embedded in a juicy pulp that ranges from pale yellow to orange in color. The pulp has a tangy and slightly acidic taste, making it popular for culinary purposes.

In many Southeast Asian countries, Elephant-Apple fruits are used in various traditional dishes and beverages. The pulp is often used to make jams, jellies, pickles, and chutneys. It can

Country of Origin : India