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Jamez7 starts with ... Hey everyone! I recently obtained and started growing species of the Jarilla genus. As far as I know, these have never been cultivated in Australia before, and probably never even in a domestic setting anywhere in the world. As such, imformation on these species is scarce and incomplete. So I hope to share cultural notes from my growing experiences on this forum, for anyone who's interested. And if anyone actually has already been growing Jarilla, please chime in and share some info on the plants. For anyone who would also like to get a hold of these very rare and exotic plants, I do have excess and plan on selling some off. Jarilla is a genus with three described species, all of which I am growing: J. caudata J. heterophylla J. chocola Each species produces unique edible fruits, that are apparently delicious. These are the closest genetic relatives to Carica papaya (common papaya), and studies have suggested that hybridization may be possible between the two genera, which would result in some very interesting plants and fruit. These species also produce underground tubers, and these are also edible like potatoes. They are native to central America (Mexico and Guatemala), usually at moderate elevation in deciduous forest. They grow actively only for about 5 months of the year; after fruiting they desiccate and remain dormant in their tubers for the dry season. Right now my plants are growing very vigorously in Melbourne, both in a greenhouse and outside in the elements. J. Caudata and J. heterophylla have a herbaceous scrambling vine-like growth habit. They are happy to run along the ground or use trees and structures for support to grow vertically. J. Chocola is different in that it has an erect growth habit, looking like a miniature Papaya tree. J. chocola also seems to prefer shade, compared to the other species. I expect my plants will complete their active growth cycle well before winter, and should be dormant in their tubers by the time Melbourne winter sets in. So is anyone else out there growing these? | About the Author Jamez7 Melbourne, Brunswick East 21st November 2017 9:36pm #UserID: 17343 Posts: 3 View All Jamez7's Edible Fruit Trees |
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About the Author TyalgumPhil Murwillumbah 22nd November 2017 11:36am #UserID: 960 Posts: 1377 View All TyalgumPhil's Edible Fruit Trees |
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About the Author Joel15 BRIDGEWATER,5155,SA 22nd November 2017 3:27pm #UserID: 14299 Posts: 66 View All Joel15's Edible Fruit Trees |
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Jamez7 says... Cool, I didn't realise there were already a few in the counry. No one talks about them! On the subject of fertility, I know that like most of the Caricaceae, Jarilla species are dioecuous. So not only do you need two seperate plants for fruit, but you need male and female plants. So I'll be selling these in groups of three; so that buyers can have a better chance of getting both sexes. How are your plants doing for you Linton? Have you noticed any cultural preferences? I'm attaching some photos of my plants. My 2-3 month old examples of J. chocola and J. caudata, and J. heterophylla seedlings Regards, James!
| About the Author Jamez7 Melbourne, Brunswick East 24th November 2017 10:09pm #UserID: 17343 Posts: 3 View All Jamez7's Edible Fruit Trees |
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About the Author Jamez7 Melbourne, Brunswick East 27th November 2017 8:41pm #UserID: 17343 Posts: 3 View All Jamez7's Edible Fruit Trees |
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