| Elephant Apple | |
| Dillenia indica | |
| a.k.a. Chulta |
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Large, knobby fruit with acidic flavored edible pulp. Fruits smell a bit like onions.
Description: Medium sized tree, up to 50+ft in some regions. The flowers are highly ornamental and fragrant.
Hardiness: The elephant apple
is near-tropical but can survive short bursts of frost to 28-32F.
Growing Environment: Trees grow well in humid, warm climates. Grow in full sun. Water regularly.
Propagation: By seeds and cuttings.
Uses: Eaten raw. Unripe fruits are often pickled.
Native Range: Native to India.