Description
Avocado is a tropical fruit and looks like similar to pear fruit. These fruits are a good source of nutrients compared to other fruit.
The avocado (Persea americana) is a tree that is native to South Central Mexico, classified as a member of the flowering plant family Lauraceae. Avocado (also alligator pear) additionally refers to the tree s fruit, which is .
It is known as butter fruit in parts of India and goes by the name.Plant Specifications
Plant Height | 25 inch (64 cm) |
Plant Spread | 5 inch (13 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name | Persea americana,Avocado, Butter Fruit Plant,Persea americana,Makhanphal |
Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 30 feet |
Flower Colour | Brown |
Bloom Time | July through August |
Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Avocado care
An accurate soil test will tell you where your pH currently stands. Acidic (sour) soil is counteracted by applying finely ground limestone, and alkaline (sweet) soil is treated with ground sulfur.
Sunlight | Full Sun |
Watering | Medium |
Soil | Well-drained soil |
Temperature | 20 to 30 degrees C |
Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Harvest Season | November to February |
Avocado special feature
Fruit plant
Avocado uses
Ornamental Use:
- It is used for the ornamental plant