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Margot
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ચીકુ
Manilkara zapota
Sapodilla
Native Naturalised
Commonly known as Chikoo.
Seed or sapling available
Habit
Fruits
Origin
Native, Naturalised
Flowering
Summer
Edible
Yes
Sourcing
Available
Sun
Full sun
Water
Steady moisture · drought tolerant once established
Drainage
Needs to drain well
Sow
In the monsoon
Started from
Grafting
Flowers attract insects; ripe fruit is eaten by birds and mammals.
- Plant a grafted sapling during the monsoon.
- Choose full sun and deep, well-drained soil.
- Dig a generous pit and mix the topsoil with mature compost or farmyard manure.
- Water regularly while it establishes, mulch the root zone, and allow plenty of space, mature trees grow large.
A popular Indian fruit tree; sapota (its other common name) became especially well established in western and southern India.
- Eaten fresh, or used in shakes, desserts, and traditional sweets.
These uses are documented for information only and are not medical advice. Always verify the species and the plant part before use.
Cultivated in tropical and subtropical India, including Gujarat.