Jackfruit

The fruit

The jackfruit is the largest fruit in the world. It can grow up to 3 feet long, weigh 80 pounds, 20 inches in diameter and is called the Artocarpus heterophyllus scientifically. It is part of the fruit culture. The tree can grow 30-70 feet tall. On the outside it smells like decayed onion but on the inside smells like pineapple and banana. It can have 100 to 500 seeds. It is used mainly for eating.

Where it is It's origin is thought to be in the rain forest of Western Ghat in India. It was taken to Jamaica in 1782. It became common in Florida around the 1800s. It is native to India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines. It is known to survive -27F and is an all season bloomer.

How to grow it

To grow the tree you need seeds, water, soil, air, sunlight, and all the typical things needed for plants. It needs a warm climate for good growth. It can't withstand drought very well so it needs the right amount of water. Adding a light amount of compost can speed the process a little. It will take 3 to 8 months from flowering.