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Foot Kachri - Desi Fruit Seeds

Foot Kachri - Desi Fruit Seeds

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  • Thrives in extreme heat and poor sandy soil
  • Highly drought-tolerant, minimal watering
  • Authentic Rajasthani souring spice from your terrace
  • Easy direct-sow vine for beginners
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Foot Kachri - Desi Fruit Seeds

Specifications

Family Cucurbitaceae
Native region Arid northwest India (Rajasthan, Gujarat)
Mature height Trailing vine, 1.5-2 m spread
Growth rate Fast

Care guide

Sunlight Full sun (6+ hours)
Watering Low to moderate; let soil dry between waterings
Soil / mix Light, sandy, very well-drained soil
Fertilizer Light dose of compost; avoid over-feeding
Difficulty Easy

Uses

<p>The tangy fruit is sun-dried and powdered as a souring agent and natural meat tenderiser in Rajasthani cooking, used in sabzis, chutneys and the famous <em>ker-sangri</em>. Tender green fruits are also eaten fresh or cooked.</p>

Growing tips

<p>Sow seeds <strong>2-3 cm deep</strong> directly where the vine will grow, spacing plants 60-90 cm apart as it spreads widely. Germination takes about 7-12 days in warm soil (25-35°C). Being a heat-lover, direct sowing avoids transplant shock. Vines start fruiting in roughly 55-70 days; pick fruits young and tender for cooking or let them ripen and dry for powder.</p>

Frequently asked questions

When should I sow Kachri seeds in India?
Sow from February to June, as the vine loves heat. Warm soil of 25-35°C gives the best germination, making summer ideal across most of India.
Can Kachri be grown in pots or grow-bags?
Yes. Use a large grow-bag or deep pot of at least 30-40 litres with sandy, well-drained soil and let the vine trail or train it on a low support.

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