Harvesting of Terminalia catappa fruits typically begins in July and continues through October.
tropical almond
Terminalia catappa
Tropical almond (Terminalia catappa) is a medium-sized tropical tree with a wide, spreading canopy. It produces large nuts with a sweet and nutty flavor. The tree's distinctive green foliage and reddish-brown bark provide a striking display. Flowers are white to yellow in color, but the tree is more famously known for its edible nuts. The seeds of tropical almond can be eaten raw or boiled and its leaves can be brewed into a tea. Many parts of the tree are also used for medicinal purposes and provide an excellent source of nutrition. Overall, tropical almond can make a beautiful addition to any garden, offering both a nutritious food source and a lovely aesthetic.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 11
Flowers:
Greenish white Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part sun/part shade
Fruits:
green,yellow,brown Fruits Ready In
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,yellow,purple,orange
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Indoors:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Tropical almond requires approximately 1-2 inches of water per week. It's best to check the soil for dryness every few days throughout the growing season and provide water when it's needed. Allow the top inch or 2 of soil to dry out before re-watering. Avoid waterlogging the plant as this may cause root and stem rot.
sunlight
Tropical almond trees (Terminalia catappa) are an evergreen species that thrive in warm, humid conditions and need plenty of bright sunlight to flourish. Full sun exposure is best, but tropical almonds can still be grown successfully in partial shade. During the growing season (usually from May to September) these trees should be exposed to at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. During the winter months they may need artificial light due to shorter days and less hours of sunlight.
pruning
Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring, just before the start of new growth. Start with removing dead or damaged branches first. Then prune any branches under the desired height of the canopy, to retain height, you may remove the growing upper portions of the tree. Remove branches that are crossing 1 another, too close together, or growing out of proportion to the rest of the tree. Remove no more than 1 third of the canopy of foliage during pruning.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Terminalia catappa typically starts flowering in the months of April and May.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Terminalia catappa fruits typically begins in July and continues through October.
