African Breadfruit tree

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African Breadfruit

Treculia africana
Young fruits are cooked as a vegetable. The seeds from the mature fruit are ground into a meal known as breadfruit flour which can be made into bread, pasta and snacks. Dried seeds can be fried or roasted and eaten as a snack. The tree thrives in tropical... Read More
Other Names: Wild Jackfruit, African Boxwood

$24.90

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We previously had the most to buy in Nov and Feb. With limited quantities for sale in other months. They are unlikely to be available in Mar and Apr. Remember to click above to get notified when it is available once more.

Specifications of African Breadfruit

Preferred Climate Tropical, SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones

Grown From SeedlingLearn About Propagation Methods

Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) +10m

Plants required to Pollinate 2 compatible plants (Pollination Required)Learn about Pollination

Can it Handle Frosts? Likes Temps above 5deg

Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)

Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas SA, WA, ACT

Water Requirements Moderate Watering

Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? No (Full Size)

Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 5+ Years

Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%), Part (Sun:50-80%)

Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage

Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)

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African Breadfruit Reviews & Tips

Star Rating

Shanita
★★★★★ 1y ago

CANDELO, NSW

African Breadfruit

Breadfruit trees provide a good shade and also ongoing supplies of food. Food that is so versatile. Still alive and testing the temperatures of up to 0 C so far.

Marina
★★★★★ 1y ago

HAMILTON, NSW

African Breadfruit

It is growing well, with 2 large new leaves in a small pot with 1/2 day of sun in very damp and unseasonably cool Upper Hunter. The nutritious and possible medicinal properties are interesting.

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