Star Fruit Plant
Original price was: ₹299.00.₹149.00Current price is: ₹149.00.
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Here’s a complete care guide for the Star Fruit Plant (Averrhoa carambola) — a tropical fruit tree known for its uniquely shaped, juicy, star-like fruits 🌟🍈
Here’s a complete care guide for the Star Fruit Plant :
🌿 Plant Overview
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Botanical Name: Averrhoa carambola
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Common Names: Star Fruit, Carambola, Kamrakh (കമ്രഖ് / കംരഖ്)
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Type: Tropical fruit tree
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Growth Habit: Medium-sized, evergreen tree (up to 5–10 m tall)
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Native: Southeast Asia
☀️ Light Requirements
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Requires full sunlight (at least 6–8 hours daily).
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In partial shade, flowering and fruiting are reduced.
💧 Watering
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Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Water 2–3 times a week in summer; reduce in rainy or winter months.
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Avoid standing water to prevent root rot.
🌱 Soil
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Prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5–6.5).
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Ideal mix: garden soil + compost + river sand in equal parts.
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Enrich with organic matter for better fruit yield.
🌡️ Temperature & Humidity
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Grows best between 20°C – 35°C.
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Sensitive to frost; protect from cold and strong winds.
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High humidity promotes lush growth and fruiting.
🌸 Fertilizer
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Feed monthly during growing season (spring–monsoon) with:
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Organic compost or cow manure
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OR a balanced NPK (10:10:10) fertilizer.
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Add potassium-rich fertilizer before flowering to encourage fruiting.
✂️ Pruning
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Prune after fruiting season to maintain shape and airflow.
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Remove dead or crossing branches.
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Pinch young shoots to promote bushier growth.
🍈 Flowering & Fruiting
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Flowers: Small pinkish-purple blooms in clusters.
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Fruits: Ready to harvest in 3–5 years from seed or 1–2 years from grafted plants.
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Fruiting seasons: Usually twice a year (spring & late monsoon).
🌾 Propagation
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By seed (slower, variable fruits) or grafting (faster, true-to-type fruits).
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Air-layering also works well for home growers.
⚠️ Common Problems
| Problem | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow leaves | Overwatering or poor drainage | Improve drainage, reduce watering |
| No fruiting | Low sunlight or nutrient deficiency | Ensure 6+ hrs sun, feed with potassium |
| Leaf curling | Aphids or mites | Spray neem oil weekly |
🪴 Pot & Garden Use
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Can be grown in large pots (18–24 inch) or directly in soil.
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Ideal for terraces, kitchen gardens, or tropical landscapes.
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Regular pruning keeps it compact and fruiting.
🌟 Quick Care Summary
| Factor | Ideal Condition |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | Keep moist |
| Soil | Well-draining, fertile |
| Temp | 20–35°C |
| Feed | Monthly with compost |
| Prune | After fruiting |
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