{"product_id":"ramphal-10-grow-bag","title":"Ramphal - 10\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eRamphal (\u003cem\u003eAnnona reticulata\u003c\/em\u003e), often called bullock's heart, is a small semi-deciduous tropical tree of the custard apple family. It bears large heart-shaped fruit with a reddish-brown to pinkish rind and creamy, mildly sweet white flesh, eaten fresh across India.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA close relative of sitaphal (Annona squamosa), it is hardier and more vigorous, thriving in the hot, frost-free plains of central, southern and coastal India. It is valued for its quick growth, low maintenance and dependable cropping after the monsoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tree grows 5-10 m tall with drooping branches and oblong leaves, making it suitable for home orchards, farm boundaries and large gardens where a productive shade-and-fruit tree is wanted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnnonaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical Americas (Central America, Caribbean, northern South America)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-10 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-5 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-deciduous; oblong-lanceolate, glossy green leaves 10-20 cm long\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreenish-yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer (March-June), before and during early monsoon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and subtropical; frost-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun; needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for good fruiting.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater regularly when young; water-deeply but allow topsoil to dry between waterings. Reduce in winter. Drought-tolerant once established.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained deep loamy soil rich in organic matter; tolerates a range of soils but dislikes waterlogging. pH 6.0-7.5.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrives at 20-35 C; sensitive to frost. Avoid temperatures below 5 C.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity typical of tropical Indian climates.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApply well-rotted FYM or compost at start of monsoon; feed young trees with balanced NPK 2-3 times a year.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrune after harvest in winter to remove dead\/crowded branches and shape the canopy; encourages new fruiting wood.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest grown in ground; if potted while young, repot every 1-2 years into a larger container with fresh soil.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommonly by seed; superior varieties by grafting or budding onto seedling rootstock.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMealybugs, scale, fruit-borer and Annona seed borer; watch for anthracnose in humid weather.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFruit pulp is edible, but the seeds, bark and leaves are toxic if ingested and contain neurotoxic acetogenins; keep seeds away from children and pets. Seed powder is a known irritant to eyes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Ramphal is grown chiefly as a fruit tree across Indian home gardens and farms.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Fresh fruit eaten ripe; pulp used in shakes, ice creams and desserts.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Fast-growing shade and boundary tree for large gardens and orchards.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Used in traditional Indian medicine (leaves, bark, seeds) in folk preparations.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Seed and leaf extracts traditionally used as a natural insecticide and to treat head lice.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Plant saplings at the onset of the monsoon (June-July) so the rains help establishment. Choose a sunny, frost-free, well-drained spot.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Mulch the base to conserve moisture and apply compost or FYM before the rains each year. Protect young plants from cold winter winds in north India. Fruit ripens in the post-monsoon to winter months (October-February); harvest when the rind colour changes and the fruit gives slightly to gentle pressure, then ripen indoors.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is Ramphal different from Sitaphal (custard apple)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRamphal (Annona reticulata) has a smooth reddish-brown heart-shaped fruit with milder, less sweet flesh, while Sitaphal (Annona squamosa) has a knobby green fruit with sweeter, more granular pulp. Ramphal trees are larger and more vigorous.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long does a Ramphal tree take to bear fruit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeed-grown Ramphal trees usually start fruiting in 3-4 years, while grafted plants can fruit in 2-3 years. Fruit typically ripens in the post-monsoon to winter months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs any part of the Ramphal plant poisonous?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ripe fruit pulp is safe and edible, but the seeds, bark and leaves are toxic and contain neurotoxic compounds. Avoid swallowing the seeds and keep them away from children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256311972086,"sku":"PLT-RAMPHAL-B10-NA","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-plants-ramphal-annona-reticulata-grafted-plant.jpg?v=1783923585","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/ramphal-10-grow-bag","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}