Botanical Profile
Garcinia hombroniana is a tropical evergreen fruit tree in the Clusiaceae family, known for its ornamental form and edible sour fruits.
Scientific Name
Garcinia hombroniana Pierre (commonly known as Seashore Mangosteen)
Local Name
Manggis Laut, Seashore Mangosteen
Native Habitat
Native to coastal regions of Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand. It grows in humid tropical climates with high rainfall, warm temperatures, and sandy to loamy soils.
Germination Difficulty
Moderate — seeds require fresh sowing and stable moisture because viability declines after drying.
Germination Timeframe
Moderate — seeds require fresh sowing and stable moisture because viability declines after drying.
Growing Condition
Prefers full sun to partial shade, fertile well-draining soil, high humidity, and temperatures between 24–32°C. Young plants require regular watering and protection from drought.
Collector Significance
Collectors value this species for its attractive pink fruits, coastal adaptability, and rarity in cultivation outside Southeast Asia.
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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