Jackfruit Tree

Jackfruit or Artocarpus heterophyllus is a tree species that is related to fig and breadfruit. Jackfruit is considered to be the largest tree grown fruit, with staggering fruit weights up to 120 pounds! Jackfruit trees in the right climate, can grow to a size of 30-60 feet, and can produce hundreds of fruit in a single season. 

Jackfruit is the state fruit of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, and was domesticated in the Indian Subcontinent.  The fruit is sweet when ripe, and can be used for desserts. The fruit can also be used to make South Indian delicacies like Idlis and Dosa. It can also be made into savory curry. The fruit is also commonly freeze dried and served as chips.  Jackfruit is now being recognized as a an excellent meat substitute, because of its textural and nutritional qualities. For those on a plant based diet, Jackfruit can give a shredded meat like texture for dishes, and with its mild flavor, it is easily amenable to many flavors profiles. 

Offer is for a seed grown tree approx. 10-12+" tall*

*Jackfruit leaves are known to be temperamental when settling in to their new environment. It is not uncommon for leaves to turn yellow, or dry up in transit, or within a day or two of arrival. This is not cause for alarm and is in the nature of the species. Ensure not to overwater during this time. Simply clip off the yellow leaves to help minimize energy expenditure for the plant while it acclimates, and ensure be gradual with your transitions. 

**Due to limited quantities, absolutely no replacements will be considered for any reason.

Note about all plant sales: Our plants are healthy at the time of shipping and we pack with the utmost care. ALL SALES FINAL on plants! It is your responsibility to check your mail after ordering a live plant! It is natural for some branch or leaves to fall in transit. Due to strict customs regulations we cannot ship plants outside mainland USA.

Latin Name: Artocarpus heterophyllus

Planting Guidance: Jackfruit do not tolerate cold weather and do not have a high drought tolerance. They are considered hardy in USDA zones 10-11, but can be grown in a pot and brought indoors in colder zones. They do best in rich, very well draining soil. While they enjoy being constantly moistened, they are prone to root rot if its soil mixture does not allow for proper drainage.

Hindi Name: Kathal कठल

Marathi Name: Phanas फणस

Gujrati Name:

Kannada Name: Halasu ಹಲಸು

Telugu Name: Panas పనస

Tamil Name: Palaa பலா

Bengali Name: Kathal কাঁঠাল

Malayalam Name: Chakka ചക്ക