Botanical Profile
Durio kutejensis is a tropical fruit tree in the Malvaceae family known for its bright-colored fruits and aromatic edible flesh.
Scientific Name
Durio kutejensis (Becc.) Hassk. ex Biem.
Local Name
Lai, Red Durian, Orange-fleshed Durian
Native Habitat
Native to Borneo, especially Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei. It grows in humid tropical rainforests with high rainfall and warm temperatures.
Germination Difficulty
Moderate — seeds remain viable only for a short period and require constant moisture during germination.
Germination Timeframe
10–30 days under warm tropical conditions.
Growing Condition
Prefers full sun to partial shade, rich well-draining soil, high humidity, and temperatures between 24–32°C. Young plants benefit from regular watering and protection from strong wind.
Collector Significance
Highly valued among tropical fruit collectors for its rare status, colorful flesh, and sweeter, milder flavor compared to common durian species.
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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