Hybrid Hog Plum/Amra Fruit Healthy Plant

Growing and caring for a hog plum (also called amra, scientifically Spondias pinnata or sometimes Spondias dulcis) is quite straightforward, especially in warm climates like yours.

🌱 1. Climate & Location

• Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates
• Needs full sunlight (6–8 hours daily)
• Grows well in temperatures 20–35°C

👉 Perfect for West Bengal conditions.

🌿 2. Soil Requirements

• Best soil: well-drained loamy soil
• Can tolerate slightly sandy or clay soils
• Ideal pH: 5.5–7.5

💡 Avoid waterlogging—roots can rot.

🌰 3. Propagation (How to Grow)

From Seed

• Extract seeds from ripe fruit
• Dry for 1–2 days
• Sow 2–3 cm deep in soil
• Germination: 3–6 weeks

From Cutting (Faster)

• Take a semi-hardwood cutting (30–50 cm)
• Plant directly in soil during monsoon
• Higher success rate and faster fruiting

💧 4. Watering

• Young plants: water regularly (2–3 times/week)
• Mature trees: drought-tolerant, water only when soil is dry
• Avoid overwatering

🌳 5. Spacing & Planting

• Keep 6–8 meters spacing between trees
• Dig a pit (60×60×60 cm)
• Mix soil with compost or cow dung before planting

🌼 6. Fertilizing

• Use:
  • Organic compost or manure (2–3 times/year)
  • Optional: NPK fertilizer during growing season

💡 Apply before monsoon for best growth.