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| Category | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennial plant | |
| Medicinal Usage | Medicinal Usage | |
| Duration to maturity | 3 years to harvest | |
| Estimated Plant Lifespan | 40 years lifespan | |
| Toxic to humans | Toxic to humans | |
| Toxicity | Toxic to: Dogs, Cats, Cattle, Goats | |
| Sun Requirements | 4-6 hours direct sunlight (Partial Sun) | |
| Pollination | Method: animal Notes: Pollination is primarily carried out by insects, including bees and other small flying insects, attracted to the inconspicuous flowers. No specific manual pollination is typically required for good fruit set in a garden setting. | |
| Watering Requirements | Method: top water Frequency: When the top 2-3 inches of soil feel dry Notes: Requires consistent moisture, especially during dry periods and while young. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Established trees are more tolerant of brief dry spells but will benefit from regular watering during fruiting. | |
| Humidity Requirements | Level: high Maintenance: In naturally humid tropical climates, no special maintenance is needed. In drier environments, misting young plants or growing near water features can help. However, mature trees are generally resilient. | |
| Care Instructions | Prune mature Jengkol trees to remove dead or diseased branches, improve air circulation, and manage tree size for easier harvesting. Young trees may need protection from strong winds. Fertilize regularly during the growing season with balanced organic fertilizers to support healthy growth and fruit production. Monitor for pests and diseases, addressing issues promptly with appropriate organic treatments. | |
| Alternative Names | Pithecellobium lobatum |
Rubber trees are fast-growing, large trees with extensive root systems that can aggressively compete for water and nutrients, especially in the upper soil layers, which Jengkol also requires for optimal growth.
Large, mature mango trees develop a dense canopy and extensive root systems that can heavily shade and outcompete young Jengkol trees for sunlight, water, and nutrients if planted too closely.
These insect larvae bore into the developing pods and seeds, causing damage, premature ripening, and often making the seeds unsuitable for consumption. Symptoms include boreholes on the pods and frass inside.
Small, soft-bodied insects that cluster on new shoots, young leaves, and flower buds, sucking sap. This can lead to distorted growth, yellowing leaves, and stunted development. They also excrete sticky honeydew, which can encourage sooty mold.
White, cottony-looking insects that feed on plant sap, often found in leaf axils, on stems, or under leaves. Infestations lead to weakened growth, yellowing, leaf drop, and can cause sooty mold due to honeydew excretion.
Tiny, immobile insects covered by a protective waxy shell, usually found on stems and undersides of leaves. They feed on sap, leading to yellowing, wilting, and reduced vigor. Severe infestations can cause branch dieback.
Steps:
- Select fresh, mature seeds from healthy, ripe pods.
- Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours to aid germination.
- Plant seeds about 2-3 cm deep in a well-draining, rich potting mix or directly into prepared soil.
- Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Germination typically occurs within 1-3 weeks. Provide partial shade for young seedlings and gradually introduce to more sun.
- Select a healthy, disease-free scion (cutting) from a mature, productive Jengkol tree.
- Choose a rootstock of a compatible Jengkol seedling, typically 6-12 months old.
- Perform a preferred grafting method (e.g., cleft graft, splice graft).
- Ensure cambium layers align and secure the graft union tightly with grafting tape.
- Place the grafted plant in a humid environment and provide indirect light until the graft heals and new growth emerges.
Neem Oil
An effective organic insecticide and fungicide to deter aphids, mealybugs, scale insects, and fungal issues. It disrupts insect feeding and growth cycles.
Compost Tea
Provides a natural boost of nutrients and beneficial microbes to the soil, enhancing plant health and vigor, which improves resistance to pests and diseases.
Beneficial Nematodes
These microscopic worms are natural predators of various soil-dwelling insect larvae, including some borers, providing a biological control method.
Fish Emulsion
An organic liquid fertilizer rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, providing balanced nutrition for healthy growth and fruit production.