Melicoccus bijugatus, or Mamoncillo, is a tropical fruit tree. It produces small, round, green to yellowish-orange fruits with a sweet-tart, translucent pulp.
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Sunlight
Needs full sun exposure, at least 6-8 hours daily, for optimal growth and fruit production.
Watering
Requires regular watering when young; established trees are drought-tolerant but benefit from consistent moisture during fruiting.
Soil
Prefers well-drained, fertile soils but is adaptable to a wide range, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils, as long as drainage is good.
Temperature
Prefers warm, tropical temperatures (20-35 °C) and is highly sensitive to frost.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize young trees with balanced NPK; mature trees benefit from high phosphorus and potassium before flowering.
Needs full sun exposure, at least 6-8 hours daily, for optimal growth and fruit production.
Requires regular watering when young; established trees are drought-tolerant but benefit from consistent moisture during fruiting.
Prefers well-drained, fertile soils but is adaptable to a wide range, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils, as long as drainage is good.
Prefers warm, tropical temperatures (20-35 °C) and is highly sensitive to frost.
Outdoor
Fertilize young trees with balanced NPK; mature trees benefit from high phosphorus and potassium before flowering.
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
10-25 m
Spread
10-20 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to fast
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Pinnate
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Edible
Yes
The fruit pulp is edible, but the seeds contain saponins and are toxic if ingested raw. Symptoms can include gastrointestinal upset.
