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Malabar Tamarind (Kudam Puli / Garcinia cambogia) Grafted Fruit Plant

Product Features and Variety

• Botanical Name: Garcinia cambogia.
• Common Names: Kudam Puli, Malabar Tamarind.
• Type: Grafted Plant/Tree. Grafting promotes earlier and more reliable fruit bearing.
• Size: 1.5–3 Feet Height.
• Suitability: This plant is highly adaptable and thrives across a wide range of Indian climates and soil types, making it excellent for both ground planting and container cultivation.

The Fruit: Kudam Puli

• Description and Taste: Kudam Puli is a tropical fruit known for its deeply sour and tangy flavor. The fruit is small, pumpkin-shaped, and ripens from green to yellow or red.
• Culinary Use: The dried rind is a highly valued spice, used extensively in South Indian, particularly Kerala, cuisine to add a characteristic sourness to fish curries and other preparations.
• Traditional Value: The fruit is traditionally recognized for its beneficial properties.

Essential Care Guide

Sunlight Needs

• Requirement: The Malabar Tamarind thrives best in a location that receives ample sunlight, ideally full sun to partial shade (4-6 hours of direct sun).
• Climate: As a tropical tree, it prefers humid conditions but is also resilient in varied Indian environments when provided proper care.

Watering and Soil

• Soil: Plant in a fertile, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.
• Watering: Maintain consistently moist soil, especially during the initial establishment phase and dry spells. Avoid overwatering or leaving the plant waterlogged.

This grafted plant is shipped using a secure paper core packing method for protection and optimal ventilation during transit, ensuring a healthy plant upon arrival.