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DILLENIA INDICA

₹32.00

Dillenia indica, commonly known as the Elephant Apple or Chalta Tree, is a large, evergreen tropical tree known for its distinctive hard-shelled fruit and broad, glossy leaves. Native to Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent, it is used for both ornamental and edible purposes. The fruit is sour and often used in chutneys, pickles, and traditional medicine. This tree is well-suited for gardens, homesteads, and agroforestry. Supplied in a 1-inch net pot — plant directly with the net pot into open ground or a large container.

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DILLENIA INDICA

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CATEGORY – Tree

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SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 8 to 12 inches
3.Watering – Water when the topsoil feels dry
4.Sunlight – Full sun to partial shade

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Moderate
2.Full Plant Height – 30 to 50 feet
3.Leaves Color – Glossy green, large and leathery
4.Flowers – Large, fragrant white flowers with yellow centers
5.Type – Outdoor, fruiting tree, ornamental
6.Feed – Organic compost every 2–3 months
7.Watering – Regular watering; keep soil moist, especially during fruiting
8.Soil – Moist, well-draining loamy or clay soil
9.Sunlight – Thrives in full sun to light shade
10.Suitable Temperature – 68°F–95°F (20°C–35°C)

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Choose a location with space and well-draining moist soil.
2.Dig a hole twice the width and depth of the net pot.
3.Place the sapling (with net pot) into the center.
4.Backfill with soil and gently press to secure.
5.Water deeply and mulch to retain soil moisture.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Dillenia indica
2.Common names: Elephant Apple, Chalta, Indian Catmon
3.Hindi: चालता (Chālta)
4.Tamil: சால்த்தா மரம் (Cālttā Maram)
5.Telugu: చెప్పగింజ చెట్టు (Ceppaginja Cheṭṭu)
6.Kannada: ಚಾಲ್ತಾ ಮರ (Chāltā Mara)
7.Marathi: चाळता (Chāḷtā)
8.Malayalam: ചാൽത്താമരം (Cālttāmaram)