Governor's plum - Flacourtia indica (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images, Edible)

Governor's plum

Also known as: Madagascar plum, Batoko plum

Governor's plum (Flacourtia indica) is a shrub or tree that is native to Africa and Asia. The fruit is small, red to purple on the outside, with yellow or white flesh. It is eaten raw, cooked into preserves, or fermented into a wine. Flacourtia indica is sometimes planted as an ornamental living fence.

Scientific classification

Species

Governor's plum (Flacourtia indica)

Nances, spurges, willows and allies

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8 m to 15 m

Plant Height

2 m to 5 m

Spread

4 mm

Flower Size

Yellow, Green

Flower Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Distribution of Governor's plum

Distribution Map

Governor's plum is indigenous to Asia and Africa, thriving in a wide range of habitats across these continents. It is native to the warmer regions of Asia, including the Southeastern part, and to various countries in Africa. Governor's plum has also been introduced to areas in the Caribbean and Latin America. The plant has adapted to various climates in its introduced range, akin to its diverse habitats in its native territories.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Forest, Woodland, Bushland, Thickets, Wooded grassland

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Care Guide for Governor's plum

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Governor's plum prefers high humidity and regular rainfall, thriving in tropical-like conditions. It has moderate drought tolerance, requiring deep watering every 2-3 weeks. Best grown outdoors, governor's plum flourishes in wet seasons, aligning its growth cycles with abundant rainfall.

Fertilize: For governor's plum, utilize high-phosphorus fertilizers before flowering and balanced types bi-monthly. Apply 2-4 ounces for young and 4-8 for mature plants. Reduce winter feeding, apply during watering, and avoid foliage contact to enhance governor's plum's health and productivity.

Pruning: Governor's plum is a hardy, fruit-bearing plant with thorny branches and small, edible plums. Prune in late winter to enhance growth and shape. Focus on removing dead wood and thinning crowded areas. Use sharp, clean tools to prevent infection and promote vigor and fruit production.

Propagation: Governor's plum is a tropical fruit-bearing shrub propagated mainly through grafting. Successful propagation requires healthy scions and good cambial contact with the rootstock, along with consistent moisture and temperature control to encourage growth and yield.

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Distribution of Governor's plum

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