The jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus), also known as jack tree, fenne, jakfruit, or sometimes simply jack or jak, is a species of tree in the fig, mulberry, and breadfruit family (Moraceae) native to South India.
Common name | Jackfruit |
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Origin | Exotic |
Life form | Tree |
Katherine planting | suitable |
Height | height from 5-10m |
Lifespan | long-lived |
Irrigation | required |
Termite | resistant |
Current status | occasional |
Planting success | Tested & promising |
Suitable for | Red SoilRiver Levee |
Notes | Large fruit |