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Thai Wood Apple Kot Bel Bael Bilva variety Grafted Fruit Plant

Product Features and Variety

The Wood Apple tree (Aegle marmelos), known locally as Bael or Bilva, is a sacred and highly valued deciduous tree. This offering is a Grafted Thai Variety, specifically chosen for its superior fruit characteristics and its tendency to bear fruit relatively earlier than seed-grown plants. This grafted plant is well-suited for cultivation in gardens and large containers across almost all of India's diverse climates and soil types.

• Botanical Name: Aegle marmelos.
• Variety: Thai Wood Apple (Kot Bel, Bael, Bilva).
• Type: Grafted Plant/Tree. Grafted plants are preferred for quicker fruit bearing.
• Size: 1.5–3 Feet Height.
• Suitability: Thrives in most Indian climates and soil conditions. Excellent for both ground planting and large pot cultivation.

The Fruit: Thai Wood Apple

The Wood Apple fruit is highly regarded for its unique medicinal properties and is a popular choice for making refreshing beverages.

• Taste and Texture: The aromatic, sticky fruit pulp is characterized by a distinctive musky aroma and a complex flavor profile that balances sweetness and tanginess.
• Appearance: The fruit is round or slightly oval with a hard, woody shell. When ripe, the shell is typically grey-yellow to brown, and the inner pulp is orange or brown, containing many seeds.
• Culinary Uses: The pulp is traditionally used to make Bael Sharbat, a popular cooling summer drink, as well as jams, jellies, and confections.

Essential Care Guide for Indian Climates

Sunlight and Climate Needs

The Bael tree is resilient and flourishes under a wide range of climatic conditions.

• Sunlight: Prefers a location that receives full, direct sunlight (at least 6 hours per day) for healthy growth and prolific fruiting.
• Grafting: The grafted nature of the plant enables it to adapt well to the varying soil and climatic conditions of the Indian subcontinent.

Watering and Soil

While mature trees are known for their drought tolerance, young plants need consistent care.

• Soil: Plant in well-draining soil. It is tolerant of poor, rocky, or sandy soil but performs best in rich loam.
• Watering: Water regularly and deeply when the plant is young, especially during initial establishment. Reduce watering frequency once the tree is mature, but ensure the soil does not remain waterlogged.
• Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer during the growing seasons to support vigorous growth and fruit development.

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