WaterSpecies-level: needs humid conditions and regular moisture; prolonged drought is unsuitable.
Fruit Plants
Purple Mangosteen
Mangosteen
Garcinia mangostana
The "queen of fruits" — thick purple rind opening to snow-white segments with a delicate sweet-tangy flavour unlike any other fruit. A slow, shade-loving evergreen for humid tropical gardens and premium orchards, commanding among the highest prices of any tropical fruit.
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In stockAvailable sizes1 ft – 4 ft
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Plant guide
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Growing characteristics and practical care notes.
Mature heightSpecies-level: about 6–25 m.
Growth habitSpecies-level: erect, pyramidal crown.
- Mature height
- Species-level: about 6–25 m.
- Growth habit
- Species-level: erect, pyramidal crown.
- Growth rate
- Species-level: very slow-growing.
- Foliage
- Species-level: evergreen, thick, leathery, dark-green leaves.
- Flowers / fruit
- Species-level: round, dark-purple fruit with white, juicy segments.
- Watering
- Species-level: needs humid conditions and regular moisture; prolonged drought is unsuitable.
- Soil
- Species-level: deep, rich organic soil with good drainage.
Plant information sources:Purdue New Crops Resource