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Averrhoa, Carabola, Star Fruit 'Kajang'

Averrhoacarambola

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Averrhoa carambola by Kell
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Genus
Averrhoa (av-er-OH-uh)
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Species
carambola (kah-rahm-BOH-luh)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Spacing

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Hardiness
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Pink
Lavender
Bloom Time
Blooms repeatedly
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Category
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Trees
Water Requirements

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Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
Seed Collecting
Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Oldsmar, Florida

Orlando, Florida

Houston, Texas

Los Fresnos, Texas

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