The jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) is a species of tree in the fig, mulberry, and breadfruit family (Moraceae). The jackfruit is the largest tree fruit, reaching as much as 55 kg (120 pounds) in weight, 90 cm (35 inches) in length, and 50 cm (20 in) in diameter. A mature jackfruit tree produces some 200 fruits per year, with older trees bearing up to 500 fruits in a year. The jackfruit is a multiple fruit composed of hundreds to thousands of individual flowers, and the fleshy petals of the unripe fruit are eaten. Ripe yellow jackfruit has a subtly sweet flavor, often described as a combination of banana, apple, and mango. Young green jackfruit, on the other hand, has a neutral flavor and texture similar to shredded meat, making it a popular meat substitute in savory dishes.
The jackfruit tree is well-suited to tropical lowlands and is widely cultivated throughout tropical regions of the world. Jackfruit trees grow best in humid, tropical lowlands with temperatures between 24–28°C. Jackfruit trees have a deep taproot system that helps them access water and nutrients from deep in the soil
Jackfruit may be propagated by seed, grafting, and cuttings. In some areas, seed propagation is still used. Jackfruit from seed may be more precocious than many other fruits, and trees may begin production in the 3rd to 4th year.
Jackfruit plants can be affected by several pests and diseases,
Shoot and fruit borer:
Diaphania caesalis is a major insect pest that attacks jackfruit
Diseases
Rhizopus artocarpi is a disease that attacks jackfruit
Dieback:
Botryodiplodia theobromae is a disease that attacks jackfruit
Leaf spot:
Phyllosticta artocarpina is a disease that attacks jackfruit
Pink disease:
Botryobasidium salmonicolaor and Corticium Salmonicolor are diseases that attack jackfruit
Fruit bronzing:
Pantoea stewartia Smith is a disease that attacks jackfruit
Gummosis:
Phomopsis artocarpi is a disease that attacks jackfruit
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