The breadfruit tree or Ulu loves a hot climate and treasured by many islanders because of it's high yields, Some islanders have been known to survive purely by eating the bounty of the breadfruit tree no wonder they have legends about it.
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Breadfruit TreeThe breadfruit tree or Ulu loves a hot climate and treasured by many islanders because of it's high yields, Some islanders have been known to survive purely by eating the bounty of the breadfruit tree no wonder they have legends about it.
The English heard of it's reputation and endeavoured to transport it to the Caribian. When water supplies went low the famous captain Bligh would take water away from his crew to ensure the survival of his breadfruit trees but the thirsty crew threw the breadfruit trees overboard along with Captain Bligh. Amazingly he survived.
Origins in SE Asia but now widespread across the Pacific Islands as a staple food. The flesh of this large green fruit is used in the same way as potato. Stores well when dried or frozen. The tree reaches 20m, requiring hot tropical areas.
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What are my chances of success in growing breadfruit in Brisbane.no matter what I will still give it a try. | Serge Hoarau - Daisy Hill, logan, QLD 28-Jun-2008
You should be able to grow it easily, as my aunt has grown a big one in north coast NSW. keep it well mulch,it does like a lot of waterin 1st year, but adequate drainage as most plants. once it is established, very hard to kill. grown from root sucker. | Michael C - Townsville, QLD 23-Jul-2008
Is this able to be grown in Perth? WHere would i get one? | Meredith Parkins - Fremantle, WA 17-Aug-2008
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