🔬 Botanical Characteristics

Bouea macrophylla, commonly known as Marian Plum, Maprang, or Gandaria, is a tropical fruit tree native to Southeast Asia. It belongs to the Anacardiaceae family, the same as mangoes and cashews. This fast-growing evergreen tree produces small, oval fruits with a smooth, yellow-orange skin and juicy, sweet-sour flesh. The fruit closely resembles a miniature mango in appearance and taste.

• Height: 10–20 meters

• Leaves: Glossy, lance-shaped, dark green

• Fruit: 2–5 cm, smooth yellow/orange skin, fibrous seed

• Flavor: Sweet, tangy, mango-like

• Climate: Tropical to subtropical

🌱 Cultivation Guide

Bouea macrophylla thrives in warm, humid environments and performs best in loamy, well-drained soil. It can be grown from fresh seeds, which germinate more successfully in moist conditions.

• Light: Full sun

• Water: Moderate, increase during dry season

• Soil: Fertile, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0–7.0)

• Germination Time: 3–6 weeks

• Spacing: 6–8 meters apart

• Harvest Time: 4–6 years from seed

🍈 Uses

• Fresh Consumption: Eaten raw when ripe; young fruits can be pickled

• Culinary Uses: Used in jams, chutneys, desserts, and Southeast Asian cuisine

• Ornamental Tree: Attractive foliage and fruit make it a garden centerpiece

• Traditional Use: Sometimes used in folk remedies for digestion.

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