Black Jamun Plant

The Black Jamun plant also known as the Java Plum or Indian Blackberry, is a hardy, tropical evergreen tree native to South Asia. Valued for its dense foliage, long lifespan, and deep purple-black sweet-tangy fruits, it thrives in warm climates and can be grown in open ground or large containers.

PLANT SPECIFICATIONS

REGION: Indian Subcontinent

PLANT TYPE: Evergreen fruit tree (grafted varieties start fruiting much earlier than seed-grown trees)

MATURE HEIGHT: Up to 20–30 meters in open ground (smaller if kept pruned or container-grown)

FRUIT Profile: Green turning pink, then dark purple-black when ripe, featuring a sweet, slightly astringent taste.

CARE AND GROWING REQUIREMENTS

SUNLIGHT: Needs 6 to 8 hours of direct, bright sunlight daily.

SOIL: Prefers loose, well-draining loamy or sandy loam soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH (5.5 to 7.5).

WATERING: Keep soil consistently moist for young plants; mature trees tolerate brief dry spells. Avoid waterlogging.

FERTILIZING: Feed with organic compost or well-rotted manure every 30 to 45 days during active growth seasons.

PRUNING: Trim dead or crowded branches during the dormant period to encourage strong structural growth.