Description
Absolutely gorgeous, that is the only way to describe a Belimbing Hutan tree laden with fruit. Literally thousands may develop on a single tree and the trunk and main branches of this cauliflorous species can be so heavily laden that they look red from a distance. Baccaurea angulata is native to the rainforests of Borneo to 800 m and is not only productive, but also relatively fast growing. The amazing fruits are split to reveal several seeds nested in the clear to whitish flesh. The taste is pleasant, although some trees seem to bear fruit that is more astringent than others. This fruit has a lot of market potential as an exotic commodity but is still quite rare in collections.
Germination Guide
🌍 Borneo, Southeast Asia - Indonesia (Kalimantan), Malaysia (Sabah, Sarawak), Brunei Darussalam
Moderate
Baccaurea angulata, commonly known as Jungle Starfruit or Blood Starfruit, is a rare tropical fruit tree endemic to Borneo rainforests. The species produces striking bright red, star-shaped fruits with edible white flesh that are rarely found in cultivation. Seeds germinate relatively quickly when fresh, usually within a few days to two weeks, with optimal results in warm, humid tropical conditions.
Germination
Germination time
Expect germination in
3 – 14 days
Temperature
Min 26°C
Ideal 27°C
Max 28°C
Substrate moisture
💧💧 High
Sowing depth
Lightly covered
Substrate & Container
Recommended substrate
Well-draining peat-based or coconut coir mix with sand; pH 5-7
Recommended container
Seedling trays or small pots with drainage holes
Growing Tips
Use freshly extracted seeds for best germination rates, as seed viability decreases rapidly with storage. Keep substrate consistently moist but not waterlogged to prevent fungal issues. Maintain warm, humid conditions (high humidity essential) in a shaded location during germination. Apply fungicide preventatively in high-humidity environments. The species grows well in lowland conditions (45-170 m altitude) and prefers soil pH of 6-6.5. As a dioecious species, both male and female plants are needed for fruit production. This is a slow-growing species; patience is required.
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