🌟 All Season Star Fruit (Carambola / Kamrakh)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Scientific name | Averrhoa carambola |
| Common names | Star Fruit, Kamrakh, Kamaranga |
| Type | Tropical evergreen fruit tree |
| Fruit shape | Star-shaped (5 ridges) |
| Taste | Sweet or tangy (depends on variety) |
| Fruit color | Green → Golden yellow (ripe) |
| Special type | “All Season Star Fruit” bears fruits multiple times a year 🌤️ |
🌿 Plant Info
- Height: 3–5 m (can grow in pot or garden)
- Bearing age: 2–3 years (grafted plant)
- Fruit yield: 25–50 kg/tree/year
- Fruit season: 2–3 times/year (main crops – Feb–Apr & Aug–Oct)
- Lifespan: 25–30 years
🌞 Growing Conditions
| Factor | Ideal Condition |
|---|---|
| Climate | Tropical / subtropical |
| Temperature | 20–35°C |
| Soil | Well-drained loam or sandy loam |
| pH | 5.5–7.5 |
| Sunlight | Full sun (6–8 hrs/day) |
🌴 It grows well in warm, humid areas — avoid frost and waterlogging.
🌱 Planting & Care
- Planting time: Feb–April or June–July
- Spacing: 4 × 4 m
- Pit: 60×60×60 cm with compost
- Watering: Twice a week (young) → once every 7–10 days (mature)
- Fertilizer: 10–15 kg FYM + 300 g NPK per year
🦠 Pests/Diseases
- Fruit fly, aphids, mealybugs → Neem oil 3% spray
- Generally hardy and low maintenance
🍈 Uses & Benefits
- Eaten fresh or used for juice, pickle, and jams
- Rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, fiber
- Supports digestion and immunity
- Excellent ornamental & home garden plant 🌿








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