Description
Ketembilla is a small fruit tree that does not exceed more than 4 meters in height.
Easily cultivated potentials where it is just required in greater moisture in the fruit season for greater and better development of your fruits.
2 year harves are generally made
Your fruits are intensely used for marketing of jellies and jams.
Other uses: bee creation.
Dioic species, although many female plants may reproduce by (parthenogenesis), such as rose and orange trees.
Partenogenesis: is the term used to designate the development of an embryo of any living being without the paternal genetic contribution. They are females that breed without the need for males to fertilize them. This is a type of asexual reproduction.
Germination Guide
🌍 Sri Lanka and southern India
Moderate
Dovyalis hebecarpa, commonly known as Ceylon Gooseberry or Ketembilla, is a tropical shrub or small tree native to Sri Lanka and southern India, prized for its small, tart, dark purple fruits used in jams and juices. Seeds require warm temperatures (25-30°C), soil moisture, and light to germinate, typically sprouting within 2-8 weeks. The species exhibits no seed dormancy and benefits from pre-sowing water soaking to promote faster and more uniform germination.
Germination
Germination time
Expect germination in
14 – 56 days
Temperature
Min 25°C
Ideal 27°C
Max 30°C
Substrate moisture
💧💧 High
Substrate & Container
Recommended substrate
Equal parts peat and perlite, or well-draining potting mix with vermiculite and perlite
Recommended container
Covered container with plastic bag or zip lock to maintain moisture
Growing Tips
Soak seeds for 12-24 hours in tepid water and dry thoroughly before sowing. Use a well-draining substrate with equal parts peat and perlite. Sow seeds lightly on the soil surface without covering or press gently. Maintain consistently moist substrate and warm temperatures (25-30°C) in a covered container. Keep seedlings in bright light without direct sun. Germination occurs within 2-8 weeks. Seedlings are very sensitive to transplanting; wait until they are strong with 3-4 leaves before moving to individual containers. Transplant only on overcast days to minimize stress. Avoid waterlogging as it can cause damping off and root rot.
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