Mamoncillo Seeds - Fruit Plant for Home Gardens

Mamoncillo is a tropical evergreen fruit tree valued for its clusters of small green fruits with sweet, juicy orange-colored pulp. Botanically known as Melicoccus bijugatus, it is commonly grown in home orchards, tropical gardens, and edible landscapes. This attractive tree provides dense green foliage, shade, and seasonal fruit production, making it an excellent addition to warm-climate gardens.

Features

• Produces sweet, juicy tropical fruits
• Attractive evergreen shade tree
• Ideal for home orchards and edible landscapes
• Dense green canopy with ornamental appeal
• Long-lived tropical fruit tree
• Suitable for warm, frost-free climates
• Easy to maintain once established

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Melicoccus bijugatus
• Common Name (US): Mamoncillo, Spanish Lime, Genip, Quenepa, Lime Berry
• Seed Type / Variety: Tropical Fruit Tree
• Growth Habit: Upright evergreen tree
• USDA Zones: 10-11
• Planting Season: Spring or Early Summer
• Growing Season: Year-round in tropical climates
• Sowing Season: March-June
• Sowing Season With Specific Months: March, April, May, June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14-45 days in warm, moist, well-drained soil (75-90°F / 24-32°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained sandy or loamy soil (pH 6.0-7.5)
• Watering Needs: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
• Mature Plant Size: 40-85 feet tall and 30-50 feet wide
• Plant Spacing: 25-35 feet apart