I am a tropical fruit tree producing clusters of small berries.

Native to Southeast Asia; cultivated in the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, and India.

Water weekly; drought-tolerant once mature.

Requires full sun to partial shade.

Thrives in 25–35°C; sensitive to frost.

Plant in sandy-loam soil; spacing 6–8 meters apart.

Apply compost annually; supplement with NPK 8:10:10 every 2–3 months.

Botanical name: Antidesma bunius; Family: Phyllanthaceae.

Fruits are safe; seeds edible but small.

Moderate; dense canopy reduces dust.

Fruits rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber; used fresh, in jams, juices, and wines.

Susceptible to fruit fly and fungal rot; prune for airflow.

Can live 30–40 years; starts fruiting in 4–5 years; peak yield from year 10 onward.