Mangosteen — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Garcinia mangostana |
|---|---|
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 2555–4380 |
| Measured from | Transplant |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 609.6–914.4 |
| Mature height (cm) | 365.8–914.4 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 304.8–609.6 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 10–11 |
| Light | Partial sun |
| Water | High |
| Sowing method | Transplant |
Growing directions
Mangosteen is one of the slowest-growing and most demanding tropical fruit trees, requiring deep, rich, well-drained, acidic soil (pH 5.0–6.5), humidity above 80%, and temperatures that never fall below 40°F or rise above 100°F. It is apomictic — seed-grown trees are genetically identical to the mother, eliminating the need for pollinators, though fruit set is parthenocarpic in cultivation. Young trees require shade for the first several years; gradually transition to full sun as the canopy develops. Harvest when the thick purple rind has deepened to a dark maroon-purple and yields slightly to thumb pressure, typically 5–6 months after fruit set.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0