Botanical Profile
Diospyros blancoi is a tropical evergreen fruit tree in the Ebenaceae family, known for its velvety edible fruits and ornamental foliage.
Scientific Name
Diospyros blancoi A.DC. (synonym: Diospyros discolor)
Local Name
Velvet Apple, Mabolo, Butter Fruit
Native Habitat
Native to the Philippines and Southeast Asia. It grows in humid tropical lowland forests with warm temperatures and moderate to high rainfall.
Germination Difficulty
Moderate — seeds germinate best when fresh and require stable moisture and warmth.
Germination Timeframe
Usually 3–8 weeks under tropical conditions.
Growing Condition
Prefers full sun to partial shade, fertile well-draining soil, moderate to high humidity, and temperatures between 24–32°C. Young seedlings require regular watering during establishment.
Collector Significance
Collectors value this species for its unusual velvety fruits, ornamental appearance, and rarity in cultivation outside tropical regions.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
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