Spanish Name
Dovyalis
Scientific Name
Dovyalis hebecarpa
Category
Fruit
Perennial/Annual
Perennial
Edible parts
Fruit
Recipes
Growth Type
ShurbSmall-Tree
Usage
CulinaryNutritionalWindbreak
Life Cycle
Secondary
Origin
Sri LankaIndia
Strata Category
Medium
How to eat
Eat raw or make jams
Nutritional Info
High in vitamin C, antioxidants, fiber
Medicinal Uses
Supports immunity, aids digestion, antioxidant-rich
Planting Distance
3–5 meters between plants (or closer if used as hedge)
Harvest Time
2–3 years from seed or faster from cuttings. Harvest: Once or twice per year, depending on local climate (often during dry season)