Carissa carandasAlso known as: Bengal Currant, Christ’s Thorn, Carandas Plum, Karonda, and KarandaHere is a perennial, evergreen, woody shrub to a small tree, with a climbing vine habit. Left untended, it will climb up structures and to the top of trees up to 12 m (40 ft) tall. In cultivation, it is usually trimmed into a hedge or small shrub under 4 m (13 ft). The branches are many and wide-spreading, forming a thick, thorny dense canopy. Originating in India and Sri Lanka but now introduced and common in other warm climate countries, including Thailand, Malaysia, Australia, the southern United States, the Caribbean and parts of eastern Africa. It belongs in the Apocynaceae family.The flowers are small and tubular with five white petals, occasionally pink-tinged. They are borne in rounded clusters and bloom throughout the year in tropical regions, peaking from spring through autumn. Pollination is by insects and moths, attracted to the flowers sweet fragrance, which is strongest at night.It produces berry-sized fruits in clusters of up to ten. Like the flowers, they are borne throughout the year in tropical regions. They have smooth, thin, yellowish skin with a pinkish blush when young, becoming red then dark purple to near black when ripe. They taste sour when mature but sourish sweet when fully ripened. They are eaten raw and can be made into jam, jellies, spices, puddings, syrups, and pies. They are rich in iron, vitamin C, vitamin A, calcium, phosphorus, and have anti-inflammatory properties.The fruit is also used in ancient Indian herbal medicine, Ayurvedic, to treat acidity, indigestion, fresh and infected wounds, skin diseases, urinary disorders and diabetic ulcers, as well as biliousness, stomach pain, constipation, anemia, skin conditions, anorexia and insanity. Leaf decoction is used to treat fever, diarrhea, and earaches. The roots serve as a stomachic, an anthelmintic medicine for itches and also as insect repellents.Performs best in free-draining clay-loam, loam, sandy-loam and loamy-sand soils of a moderately acid to alkaline nature, generally with a pH of 5.0 to 8.5, and on sites with full sun exposure. Will also tolerate limestone soils. it grows naturally in dry to humid subtropical and tropical climates, generally in frost-free areas. USDA zone 9b+This offer is for 15 seeds. For complete transparency we include payment processing & Ebay fees in our shipping/handling cost.*DISCLAIMER*NO RETURNS/REFUNDS/REPLACEMENTS ON SEEDSMost specialty seeds we offer are NOT fast to germinate.Many take several weeks, months, and some even up towards a year depending on dormancy, region, season etc. It is important that the buyer understands that seeds are perishable products and seed germination can be adversely affected by such factors as mold/fungus, bugs, temperature, moisture content, light intensity, dormancy, care, contamination of planting media among many other reasons. These factors are totally out of The Plant Attraction’s control and are the buyer’s responsibility and risk. Germination recommendations are sent with each order and the buyer is free to research and use their own methods. Floating seeds do not always indicate that the seed is not viable. Many times it is a misconception because the seed does not have the density to sink in water. Accordingly, The Plant Attraction does not guarantee seeds to perform properly regardless of conditions or buyer’s methods or mistakes. Since 2006 we have been doing our best to hand sort and provide the freshest, cleanest harvest that is free of defects and bugs.
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10 seeds Carissa carandas –Bengal Currant -Seed Pack
Carissa carandas Bengal CurrantBest known and grown for its very decorative fruit. Young fruits begin as white, turning to a light pink, dark pink then on to a deep black where it is fully ripe. White, star sheped blossoms accent round glossy leaves making this the perfect ornamental container tropical as well as a fruitful bonus. Flourishes with hotter temperatures, drought tolerant once established, and tolerates varied soil types. Fruits within 2 years of seed planting if properly cared for. Spring flowers.Buyers/growers should research uses of the plant and fruit. Treat as a tropical that cannot tolerate hard frost.=====Seed is a live perishable product =All sales are Final The pictures are representative only – seeds are exactly as described here produced by professional growers – —– Our goal is to provide rare and hard to find seeds for hobby growers and collectors. We welcome those less experienced who want to expand their collections and growing experience. Realize that most tropical seeds will need PATIENCE and will not germinate FAST. No complaints. We will be here to help you grow the seeds you have with polite questions only. =====When Germinating seeds – FOLLOW instructions provided. All varieties have growing instructions. Do not use alternate methods then want us to replace when failure occurs. Do not use paper towel method. This will lead to molds and rot and failure of germination. = = =All Seed counts are approximate. Sometimes you will get a few extra, sometimes there may be one missing. Seeds vary in size and appearance – this is how nature made them. Don’t expect big seeds when a particular variety is a small seed. = = =Research if needed prior to purchase -Its up to you to AVOID disappointments and misunderstandings by reading the listing and provided growing instructions/label – and having proper expectations as well as understanding germination time frame. Seeds DO NOT germinate in a few days or even weeks or months and may not be at the same time- this is normal in nature— If you have questions or need help PLEASE ASK = = = For experienced gardeners only – Many seeds will not germinate fast and require much patience and good care-especially tropical and tree seed. Seed growing is meant to be a fun experience- -for those beginners that want to try anyway do so at your own risk – that’s what gardening is about = = =Terms and conditions — PLEASE READ: Small seed single pack orders will be shipped by the least expensive USPS way/ economy standard or first class WITHOUT TRACKING at our discretion — = = =BE SURE complete and correct shipping information/addresses are provided and in the correct format— BEFORE placing order. All orders that USPS cannot verify will be canceled. Be sure Apt – suite or lot number is provided. All orders with address problems or that are incomplete /that cannot be confirmed by USPS will be canceled. = = =We are a seed company that sells to experienced gardeners. If you are new to planting / gardening, take time to research what you are buying. ALL SEED SALES ARE FINAL! We are not responsible for gardeners’ success- WE DO NOT Guarantee that you as a gardener will be able to grow any particular seed. This is standard in the industry. We do not guarantee germination success but always send the very best viable seeds most of which are being tested and grown ourselves in our own greenhouses. = = = Plants with the same common name MOST LIKELY will be different botanically. Pay attention to scientific name. This is what is being sold. DON’T BE confused. Some are extremely tiny – some are large. Some are flakes, round, hard, soft, or concave. This is how they look -this is how nature made them -this is normal. = = =The liability of seller is limited to the cost of the seed itself only. Some seeds do not come up right away and may take several months – PAY attention to your germination time frames and do not contact us with complaints after short periods of time. We give you all the tools for success from the start so research if needed. We will not pay for buyers mistakes in purchases or returns or lack of ability to grow a particular seed. We DO NOT Guarantee a buyers ability to germinate or grow any particular plant or seed. = = =By completing a purchase buyer is agreeing to these terms. NOTE: We are a small family business. We do not use expensive, glossy packaging- all seeds are hand packed, with care, on demand with label and growing instructions.
10 seeds -Carissa carandas – Bengal Currant -See Full description Below
Carissa carandasBengal Currant Best known and grown for its very decorative fruit. Young fruits begin as white, turning to a light pink, dark pink then on to a deep black where it is fully ripe. White, star sheped blossoms accent round glossy leaves making this the perfect ornamental container tropical as well as a fruitful bonus. Flourishes with hotter temperatures, drought tolerant once established, and tolerates varied soil types. Fruits within 2 years of seed planting if properly cared for. Spring flowers. Buyers/growers should research uses of the plant and fruit. =====Seed is a live perishable product =All sales are Final The pictures are representative only – seeds are exactly as described here produced by professional growers – —– Our goal is to provide rare and hard to find seeds for hobby growers and collectors. We welcome those less experienced who want to expand their collections and growing experience. Realize that most tropical seeds will need PATIENCE and will not germinate FAST. No complaints. We will be here to help you grow the seeds you have with polite questions only. =====When Germinating seeds – FOLLOW instructions provided. All varieties have growing instructions. Do not use alternate methods then want us to replace when failure occurs. Do not use paper towel method. This will lead to molds and rot and failure of germination. = = =All Seed counts are approximate. Sometimes you will get a few extra, sometimes there may be one missing. Seeds vary in size and appearance – this is how nature made them. Don’t expect big seeds when a particular variety is a small seed. = = =Research if needed prior to purchase -Its up to you to AVOID disappointments and misunderstandings by reading the listing and provided growing instructions/label – and having proper expectations as well as understanding germination time frame. Seeds DO NOT germinate in a few days or even weeks or months and may not be at the same time- this is normal in nature— If you have questions or need help PLEASE ASK = = = For experienced gardeners only – Many seeds will not germinate fast and require much patience and good care-especially tropical and tree seed. Seed growing is meant to be a fun experience- -for those beginners that want to try anyway do so at your own risk – that’s what gardening is about = = =Terms and conditions — PLEASE READ: Small seed single pack orders will be shipped by the least expensive USPS way/ economy standard or first class WITHOUT TRACKING at our discretion — = = =BE SURE complete and correct shipping information/addresses are provided and in the correct format— BEFORE placing order. All orders that USPS cannot verify will be canceled. Be sure Apt – suite or lot number is provided. All orders with address problems or that are incomplete /that cannot be confirmed by USPS will be canceled. = = =We are a seed company that sells to experienced gardeners. If you are new to planting / gardening, take time to research what you are buying. ALL SEED SALES ARE FINAL! We are not responsible for gardeners’ success- WE DO NOT Guarantee that you as a gardener will be able to grow any particular seed. This is standard in the industry. We do not guarantee germination success but always send the very best viable seeds most of which are being tested and grown ourselves in our own greenhouses. = = = Plants with the same common name MOST LIKELY will be different botanically. Pay attention to scientific name. This is what is being sold. DON’T BE confused. Some are extremely tiny – some are large. Some are flakes, round, hard, soft, or concave. This is how they look -this is how nature made them -this is normal. = = =The liability of seller is limited to the cost of the seed itself only. Some seeds do not come up right away and may take several months – PAY attention to your germination time frames and do not contact us with complaints after short periods of time. We give you all the tools for success from the start so research if needed. We will not pay for buyers mistakes in purchases or returns or lack of ability to grow a particular seed. We DO NOT Guarantee a buyers ability to germinate or grow any particular plant or seed. = = =By completing a purchase buyer is agreeing to these terms. NOTE: We are a small family business. We do not use expensive, glossy packaging- all seeds are hand packed, with care, on demand with label and growing instructions.
Carissa Carandas 15 Seeds, Edible Fruit Karonda Climbing Medicinal Shrub Tree
Carissa carandasAlso known as: Bengal Currant, Christ’s Thorn, Carandas Plum, Karonda, and KarandaHere is a perennial, evergreen, woody shrub to a small tree, with a climbing vine habit. Left untended, it will climb up structures and to the top of trees up to 12 m (40 ft) tall. In cultivation, it is usually trimmed into a hedge or small shrub under 4 m (13 ft). The branches are many and wide-spreading, forming a thick, thorny dense canopy. Originating in India and Sri Lanka but now introduced and common in other warm climate countries, including Thailand, Malaysia, Australia, the southern United States, the Caribbean and parts of eastern Africa. It belongs in the Apocynaceae family.The flowers are small and tubular with five white petals, occasionally pink-tinged. They are borne in rounded clusters and bloom throughout the year in tropical regions, peaking from spring through autumn. Pollination is by insects and moths, attracted to the flowers sweet fragrance, which is strongest at night.It produces berry-sized fruits in clusters of up to ten. Like the flowers, they are borne throughout the year in tropical regions. They have smooth, thin, yellowish skin with a pinkish blush when young, becoming red then dark purple to near black when ripe. They taste sour when mature but sourish sweet when fully ripened. They are eaten raw and can be made into jam, jellies, spices, puddings, syrups, and pies. They are rich in iron, vitamin C, vitamin A, calcium, phosphorus, and have anti-inflammatory properties.The fruit is also used in ancient Indian herbal medicine, Ayurvedic, to treat acidity, indigestion, fresh and infected wounds, skin diseases, urinary disorders and diabetic ulcers, as well as biliousness, stomach pain, constipation, anemia, skin conditions, anorexia and insanity. Leaf decoction is used to treat fever, diarrhea, and earaches. The roots serve as a stomachic, an anthelmintic medicine for itches and also as insect repellents.Performs best in free-draining clay-loam, loam, sandy-loam and loamy-sand soils of a moderately acid to alkaline nature, generally with a pH of 5.0 to 8.5, and on sites with full sun exposure. Will also tolerate limestone soils. it grows naturally in dry to humid subtropical and tropical climates, generally in frost-free areas. USDA zone 9b+This offer is for 15 seeds. For complete transparency we include payment processing & Ebay fees in our shipping/handling cost.*DISCLAIMER*NO RETURNS/REFUNDS/REPLACEMENTS ON SEEDSMost specialty seeds we offer are NOT fast to germinate.Many take several weeks, months, and some even up towards a year depending on dormancy, region, season etc. It is important that the buyer understands that seeds are perishable products and seed germination can be adversely affected by such factors as mold/fungus, bugs, temperature, moisture content, light intensity, dormancy, care, contamination of planting media among many other reasons. These factors are totally out of The Plant Attraction’s control and are the buyer’s responsibility and risk. Germination recommendations are sent with each order and the buyer is free to research and use their own methods. Floating seeds do not always indicate that the seed is not viable. Many times it is a misconception because the seed does not have the density to sink in water. Accordingly, The Plant Attraction does not guarantee seeds to perform properly regardless of conditions or buyer’s methods or mistakes. Since 2006 we have been doing our best to hand sort and provide the freshest, cleanest harvest that is free of defects and bugs.
Natal Plum, Carissa Macrocarpa – 20 Seeds 2023 – USA seller
Natal Plum is an easy to grow spiny evergreen shrub with dense leathery green leaves, fragrant white flowers and showy edible red fruits. It can be used as a hedge, security screen or foundation planting where it is hardy or it can be grown in a container that is brought indoors in the winter. It is tolerant of salt spray.