Seed Availability

Seeds are not available for the Rukam. Please visit our seed store to view current selections.

Description

A small to medium sized tree growing to 15-45 feet. Fruits form in small clusters and generally contain from 4-8 seeds. Fruits ripen in 3 1/2 months from flowers. Branches contain spines. The species features the largest leaves of the Flacourtia's.

Hardiness

Unknown, but possibly mild frost tolerance.

Growing Environment

A tough tree once established. Reportedly has some drought tolerance and may have very mild frost tolerance.

Propagation

By seeds.

Uses

Fruits can be eaten fresh.

Native Range

Native to southeast Asia and the Philippines.

Related Species

Salicaceae
	Azara petiolaris Holly Azara		Dovyalis abyssinica Dovyalis abyssinica
	Dovyalis caffra Kei Apple		Dovyalis hebecarpa Ketembilla
	Dovyalis zeyheri Wild Apricot		Flacourtia indica Governor's Plum
	Flacourtia inermis Louvi		Flacourtia jangomans Indian Plum
	Flacourtia rukam Rukam