Water
Water deeply when the top 5-10 cm of soil is dry, especially during establishment and fruiting. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Ensure good drainage for potted specimens.
Ziziphus incurva, the Nepal jujube, is a deciduous tree native to the Himalayas, bearing small, edible fruits and valued for its ornamental qualities.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and fruiting.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in warm to hot climates; prefers temperatures between 20-30°C. Can tolerate brief periods of frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed in spring with balanced fertilizer; supplement with organic matter annually.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water deeply when the top 5-10 cm of soil is dry, especially during establishment and fruiting. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Ensure good drainage for potted specimens.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches. Prune to shape the tree and improve air circulation.
Light thinning can encourage fruit production and maintain a manageable size.
Propagate from seeds sown in spring, or by grafting or budding onto suitable rootstock. Seed germination can be slow and requires scarification or stratification.
Cuttings are generally more challenging to root successfully.
Repot young trees every 2-3 years in spring. Mature trees can be repotted less frequently, or root-pruned in the pot. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting helps refresh the soil and manage the plant's size in containers.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Nepal Jujube (Ziziphus incurva)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rhamnaceae |
| Genus | Ziziphus |
| Species | Ziziphus incurva |
Similar in genus Ziziphus
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