A · B · C · D · E · F · G · H · I · J · K · L · M · N · O · P · Q · R · S · T · U · V · W · X · Y · Z
Other Names: Bumpy Lemon, Charichuela
Related To:
[Clusiaceae] Mangosteen, Mameyito, Imbe
Main Uses:
Fruit
Growth Rate:
Slow in it's early years, graduating to moderate after 4 years. Like many garcinias, the growth is "exponential;" the bigger it is, the faster it grows.
Mature Height/Spread:
Small tree with large glossy leaves.
Flowering/Pollination:
Female trees will set fruit on their own. A male tree will increase fruit production substantially.
Tolerance:
Intolerant of salt, and moderately tolerant of drought once established.
Soil/Nutrition:
Slightly acidic, well drained. Micronutrients are must with this species, which can be prone to iron deficiency.
Light:
Shade to full sun. Fruits well in shade or dappled sunlight.
Wind:
Fairly sturdy.
Temperature:
Though it is certainly more cold hardy than it's famous relative, the mangosteen, g. madrono will not tolerate temperatures below freezing for very long. Often shows delayed cold damage after a light frost event. Has been successfully grown and fruited in coastal southern Florida by many rare fruit enthusiasts.
Dangers:
None.
Diseases Prone:
Bearing Age:
4-6 years from seed.
Fruit:
Small, bumpy lemon shaped fruits, with segmented flesh inside. The flesh has an excellent flavor aptly described as "lemon cotton candy."
History/Origin:
Native to moist Central American regions, from southern Mexico to Panama.
Species Observations:
Bill Whitman called this species "charichuela," a common name often attributed to other, closely related garcinia species.
Propogation:
Typically by seeds.
Container Culture:
Container culture is possible eventually reaching a 25 gallon container. Due to their slow growth, these small trees can be kept a manageable size for some time.
Medicinal Uses:
Unknown
Nutritional Information:
Preparation / Food:
Interesting fruits are eaten fresh, often chilled.
|
