How to tend a Averrhoa carambola

Also known as: Averrhoa acutangula Stokes, Averrhoa pentandra Blanco, Connaropsis philippica Fern.-Vill., Sarcotheca philippica (Fern.-Vill.) Hallier f.

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Likes half shade, avoid strong sunlight

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
SriLanka
Category
Oxalidaceae, Averrhoa
Size
Diameter ≥ 20 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period April-December, fruiting period July-December
Flower colors
pink or white, fruit color yellow green or yellow
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