Exotic Fruit Plants
Exotic Fruit Plants
Sapodilla (Chikoo)
Sapodilla (Chikoo) • Professional Quality
Scientific:Manilkara zapota
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### Description
**Sapodilla (Chikoo)** (scientifically known as *Manilkara zapota*) is a premium exotic plant species originating from **Central America**. Highly prized by foliage collectors, it currently ranks as having a **High** popularity score in India.
### Care & Cultivation Guide
- **Light Requirement:** Full sun (most tropical fruiting species)
- **Watering Needs:** Regular deep watering, especially during fruiting
- **Preferred Soil:** Rich, well-draining loamy soil with organic compost
- **Ideal Climate/Region:** Konkan, Kerala, South India for tropical types; select varieties suit MP/North India
### Key Benefits & Uses
Commercial fruit production, high-value orchard crop, farm diversification income
### Botanical & Growth Notes
Widely grown across India
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Agronomist Advice • Field-Tested
"A spectacular collector species native to Central America. In India, it performs exceptionally well under Full sun (most tropical fruiting species) and requires Regular deep watering, especially during fruiting. Perfect for high-end interior spaces."
Technical Specifications
Sunlight
Full sun (most tropical fruiting species)Watering
Regular deep watering, especially during fruitingBotanical NameManilkara zapota
Native OriginCentral America
Light NeedsFull sun (most tropical fruiting species)
WateringRegular deep watering, especially during fruiting
Soil MixRich, well-draining loamy soil with organic compost
Climate FocusKonkan, Kerala, South India for tropical types; select varieties suit MP/North India
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Optimal Mix
Rich, well-draining loamy soil with organic compost
Climatic Limits
Sunlight Need
Full sun (most tropical fruiting species)
Frost Tolerance
Sensitive to Frost
Care & Usage Guide
01
Light
02
Water
03
Soil
People Also Ask
How much sunlight does Sapodilla (Chikoo) need?
It thrives in Full sun (most tropical fruiting species). Direct sun should be avoided.
What is the watering frequency for Sapodilla (Chikoo)?
Regular deep watering, especially during fruiting. Avoid leaving it soggy to prevent root rot.
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