Dhara Seeds

Salak Seeds for Unique Snakeskin-Like Tropical Fruits

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Growing Instructions

Salak (Salacca zalacca), also called Snake Fruit, is a tropical palm species native to Southeast Asia. The fruit is famous for its reddish-brown, scaly skin resembling a snake’s texture and its sweet, tangy flavor. Salak trees are ideal for tropical gardens or greenhouse cultivation, adding a unique and exotic touch to your plant collection.

Features:

  1. Distinctive fruit: Produces scaly, snakeskin-like tropical fruits with a sweet-tart taste.
  2. Tropical appeal: Adds a bold and exotic element to gardens or indoor collections.
  3. High productivity: Bears clusters of fruit once mature.
  4. Adaptable growth: Can thrive in tropical, subtropical, or greenhouse conditions.
  5. Low maintenance: Resilient and easy to cultivate in warm environments.

Specifications:

  1. Seed Name: Salak Seeds
  2. Common Name: Snake Fruit / Salacca zalacca
  3. Type: Tropical perennial palm
  4. Quantity: 100 seeds per pack
  5. Growth Habit: Clumping palm with short stem and thorny fronds
  6. Mature Height: 6–8 ft (1.8–2.4 m)
  7. Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full sun
  8. Soil Type: Well-drained, loamy, rich soil with organic matter, pH 5.5–6.5
  9. Watering: Regular; prefers consistently moist soil
  10. Planting Depth: ½ inch deep
  11. Spacing: 6–10 ft apart
  12. Germination Temperature: 77–86°F (25–30°C)
  13. Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 10–12
  14. Season: Best planted in spring or early summer
  15. Bloom Time: Year-round in tropical conditions
  16. Harvest Time: 3–4 years after planting, depending on climate

Planting Guide:

  1. Seed Preparation: Soak Salak seeds in warm water for 48 hours to enhance germination.
  2. Sowing: Plant seeds in pots with rich, moist, and well-draining soil.
  3. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during germination and early growth.
  4. Light: Provide partial shade until established, then gradually introduce to full sun.
  5. Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors or into larger containers once they reach 6–8 inches tall.
  6. Care: Apply organic compost during growing season to encourage healthy fruiting.

Non-GMO

Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.

High Germination Rate

Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.

Heirloom Variety

Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.

Chemical-Free

Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.

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