Artocarpus heterophyllus
Also Known As
- Artocarpus integrifolius
- Jackfruit
Plant type
tree, fruit / vegetable
size
- H: 30'-70'
- W: 20'-50'
planting zones
- 10a-12
Artocarpus heterophyllus plant details
Artocarpus heterophyllus is a broadleaf evergreen fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Artocarpus heterophyllus
- Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
- Plant family: moraceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 20 FT - 50 FT - wide, 30 FT - 70 FT - tall
- Flowers: green blooms in spring
- Uses: edible, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Artocarpus heterophyllus
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Native to India and Malaysia, this attractive large tree has glossy, dark green leaves and produces a very large, oval shaped, rather unusual looking segmented (spiked) fruit. Typically, fruit are produced in clusters of 2 or more at various height intervals along the trunk. The skin of the fruit must be peeled to reveal the succulent, yellow to orange colored pulp. Because of sticky latex in the peel, coat your hands with vegetable oil prior to peeling a jackfruit. This will make clean up a lot easier. The flavor is sweet, not unlike that of banana or pineapple, but with a strong, fruity aroma and taste. Fruit may be used fresh, fried green, pickled or roasted (seeds). Jackfruit must be planted in flood free, well-drained soils. In south Florida, jakfruit trees have few serious pest or disease problems. Season: spring-fall (some all year round).
Gardening facts about Artocarpus heterophyllus plant
How to Grow Artocarpus heterophyllus
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- green
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
Fruit
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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