Description
Baraba Fruit Overview:
Baraba (Garcinia intermedia), also called lemon-drop mangosteen, is a small tropical fruit with smooth yellow, orange, or red skin and juicy white pulp. It has a sweet-tart flavor, like lychee with a hint of citrus, and is enjoyed fresh or in juices, jams, and pickles. The fast-growing tree thrives in warm, sunny climates and bears fruit within 1–2 years.
Scientific Name: Garcinia intermedia (also sometimes referred to as Berba)
Common English Name: Lemon-drop
Appearance & Taste
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The fruits are small, smooth, round berries, approximately 1 inch (2–3 cm) in diameter. The rind can appear yellow, orange, or red, enclosing a white pulp
Growth Habits:
Can fruit in as quickly as 1 to 2 years under favorable conditions.
Growth Habits:
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Can fruit in as quickly as 1 to 2 years under favorable conditions
health:
- Believed to be nutrient-rich, offering antioxidants, vitamins (notably B and C), and minerals that support immune health, digestion, skin well-being, and potentially blood sugar regulation
Planting & Spacing: Best planted with 10–15 ft spacing, or about 10 x 10 ft in structured planting schemes
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