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Sapodilla (چیکو)

₨1,020

Scientific Name: Manilkara Zapota
Common Name: Sapota, Chikoo, Chico
Description: The sapodilla tree is a slow-growing evergreen that can reach heights of 100 feet. Strong and wind-resistant, it maintains an extensive root system. Within the tree’s bark is the white, gummy sap the tree is famous for, called chicle. The glossy green leaves are clustered in spirals at the tip of forked twigs.
Uses: It is an abundant source of dietary fibre that acts as natural laxative adding bulk to the stool.

SKU N/A Category Fruit Plants

Attribute	Information
Blooming Time	Feburary-March
Seasons	Summer-Winter
Soil Requirement	Grow best in well-drained, light soils. Trees are especially well adapted to the rocky, highly calcareous soils.
Environment	The plant prefers warm and moist weather and can grow both in dry and humid areas. The coastal climate is best suited to this plant.
Watering	Newly planted sapodilla trees should be watered at planting and every other day for the first week or so and then 1 to 2 times a week for the first couple of months.