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Karonda, koromcha, Carandas, Carissa Carandas Live Grafted Plant - Kadiyam Nursery

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Common name:,

Karvand Edible,Karonda, koromcha, Carandas, Carissa Carandas Live Grafted Plant
Regional name:
Bengali - Bainchi, Gujarati - Karamadan, Kannada - Dakavali, Malayalam - Kalavu, Marathi - Karwand, Sanskrit - Avighna, Tamil - Kalakkay, Telugu - Kalivi, Hindi - Karonda
Category:
Shrubs, Fruit Plants
Family:
Apocynaceae or Plumeria or Oleander family

1. Information

  • Scientific Name: Carissa carandas
  • Common Names: Karonda, Christ's Thorn, Carandas Plum
  • Origin: Native to India, Southeast Asia, and parts of Australia
  • Type: Evergreen shrub or small tree
  • Height: 2-4 meters (6-12 feet)
  • Flowering Period: April to June
  • Fruit Harvest: July to October

2. Plantation

  • Climate: Grows best in tropical and subtropical climates
  • Soil: Well-draining, loamy to sandy soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5
  • Spacing: Plant at least 2-3 meters (6-10 feet) apart
  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

3. Growing

  • Propagation: Seeds, stem cuttings, or air layering
  • Watering: Moderate and consistent, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged
  • Fertilizing: Apply organic fertilizer or compost annually, balanced N-P-K ratio

4. Care

  • Pruning: Regularly prune to maintain shape and encourage branching
  • Pests and Diseases: Keep an eye out for aphids, mealybugs, and root-knot nematodes; use appropriate organic controls if necessary
  • Frost Protection: Protect young plants from frost; mature plants can tolerate light frost

5. Benefits

  • Edible Fruits: Karonda fruits are rich in vitamin C, iron, and antioxidants; can be consumed raw, pickled, or used in jams and chutneys
  • Medicinal Uses: Traditional medicine uses karonda for treating digestive issues, inflammation, and anemia
  • Ornamental Plant: The attractive foliage, fragrant white flowers, and colorful fruits make it a beautiful addition to gardens and landscapes
  • Environmental Impact: Karonda trees provide habitat for birds and other wildlife, and can help with soil erosion control