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Jackfruit Giant Big Size Varikka Katahal Panasa Chakka Variety Grafted Fruit Plant

Product Features and Variety

The Jackfruit (Artocarpus Heterophyllus), commonly known as Katahal or Panasa, is the world's largest tree-borne fruit. This specific offering is a Grafted Giant Big Size Variety, which promotes early and abundant fruiting and is well-suited for cultivation in gardens and large containers across diverse Indian climates and soil types.

• Variety: Giant Big Size Jackfruit (Varikka Katahal Panasa Chakka).
• Type: Grafted Plant/Tree. Grafting ensures a faster growth rate and earlier fruit production compared to seed-grown plants.
• Size: 1.5–3 Feet Height at dispatch.
• Suitability: Thrives in almost all Indian climates and soil conditions. Excellent for both ground planting and container gardening.

The Fruit: Giant Jackfruit

The Giant Jackfruit variety is celebrated for yielding larger size jackfruits. The fruit is a versatile and highly nutritious tropical delight:

• Size and Appearance: Known for its substantial size and spiky exterior.
• Texture and Taste: It retains the sweet, tropical flavor and versatile uses, offering a plentiful amount of edible bulbs (arils).
• Culinary Use: The fruit is excellent for consuming fresh or used in various culinary dishes, including curries and as a meat substitute when picked unripe.

Essential Care Guide for Indian Climates

Sunlight Needs

Jackfruit is a tropical plant that requires full sun exposure to thrive and produce its massive fruits.

• Sunlight: Choose a location that receives full and direct sunlight (at least 6-8 hours a day) for optimal growth.
• Air Circulation: Ensure the plant is placed in a location with good air movement.

Watering and Soil

While the Jackfruit tree is resilient, it requires consistent care, especially when young or grown in a pot.

• Soil: Plant in rich, well-draining soil. A slightly loamy mix is ideal for healthy growth.
• Watering: Water regularly and deeply, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to support healthy foliage and fruit development.

The secure paper core packing method used for shipping plants helps ventilating the plant during transit, ensuring you receive a healthy, genuine variety plant.