{"product_id":"35-sapodilla-mentimun-seeds-manilkara-zapota-var-mentimun-rare-cucumber-shaped-sweet-chiku-tropical-fruit-tree-seeds-for-planting","title":"35+ Sapodilla Mentimun Seeds (Manilkara zapota var. 'Mentimun') – Rare Cucumber-Shaped Sweet Chiku \u0026 Tropical Fruit Tree Seeds for Planting","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color md-content\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_1fd112e073426408\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eCultivate one of the botanical world's most fascinating and distinctive sapodilla cultivars, celebrated for its unique elongated, cucumber-like fruit shape and exceptionally rich, sweet, caramel-flavored translucent flesh, with our offering of 35+ Sapodilla Mentimun seeds (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"307\"\u003eManilkara zapota\u003c\/i\u003e var. 'Mentimun' selection), a premier horticultural selection developed through elite agricultural breeding and celebrated by agronomists, commercial orchardists, and rare fruit collectors worldwide for its superior culinary uniqueness, attractive dense evergreen canopy, and dependable heavy harvests. True Sapodilla Mentimun specimens are prized for their exceptional adaptability to tropical and warm subtropical microclimates, backyard orchard layouts, and specialized container gardening setups, providing an abundant supply of exquisite, sugar-rich fruit. Whether establishing a high-value commercial fruit crop, expanding an advanced botanical collection, or launching a specialized tropical propagation project, this bulk seed supply provides a dependable foundation for successful cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eOur selection contains carefully sourced, high-viability Sapodilla Mentimun seeds, chosen specifically for their certified high germination potential and robust genetic lineage. This specialized agricultural crop is prized for its superior hardiness, structural elegance, and dependable productivity, making it a top choice for commercial growers, homesteaders, and exotic plant enthusiasts worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e✔️ 35+ Certified high-germination Sapodilla Mentimun \/ Chiku (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003eManilkara zapota\u003c\/i\u003e var. 'Mentimun') seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e✔️ Hand-selected for exceptional genetic purity and robust agricultural development potential\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e✔️ Packaged in professional, moisture-controlled botanical protection to maintain long-term viability during transit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e✔️ Initial cultivation and care guide included to help you get started\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e🌿 Cultivation \u0026amp; Care Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003eManilkara zapota\u003c\/i\u003e var. 'Mentimun' (Mentimun Cucumber Sapodilla Selection)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon Name \/ Synonym:\u003c\/b\u003e Sapodilla Mentimun \/ Cucumber Chiku \/ Sapota \/ Naseberry \/ Chicozapote\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Evergreen tropical\/subtropical fruit tree or large shrub \/ Commercial orchard crop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/b\u003e Full sun (Performs exceptionally well in open orchard plots, sunny garden boundaries, or large patio containers; maximum direct sunlight is essential for robust branch development, flowering, and optimal fruit sugar accumulation).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSoil \/ Medium:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives in rich, loamy, sandy, or well-draining organic soils with a slightly acidic to slightly alkaline pH (6.0 to 7.5). Excellent drainage is critical to prevent root rot while maintaining balanced moisture retention during active growth and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep young seedlings and establishing trees consistently moist. Mature sapodilla trees are remarkably drought-tolerant, but regular, deep irrigation during flowering and fruit development ensures optimal fruit size and sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/b\u003e A slow-to-moderate growing, upright evergreen tree featuring dense, dark green leathery foliage, small white bell-shaped flowers, and unique elongated, cucumber-shaped fruits with sweet, granular, caramel-like pulp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives in warm tropical and frost-free subtropical environments (Ideal temperature range: 22°C to 38°C \/ 72°F to 100°F). Sensitive to severe frost and freezing winter temperatures; protect young trees during cold weather events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,0\"\u003e🌱 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003ePro Growing Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e To accelerate and maximize germination success with your Sapodilla Mentimun (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"20,0\" data-index-in-node=\"97\"\u003eManilkara zapota\u003c\/i\u003e) seeds, gently clean away any remaining fruit pulp and soak them in warm water for 24 to 48 hours, then sow them edge-down about 0.5 to 1 inch deep in a warm, loose, exceptionally well-draining starting mix maintained at a consistent 26°C to 30°C!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Betri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48449218248945,"sku":null,"price":134.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/a_4a3dfc01-e2ce-4750-805b-4a9e652c5073.webp?v=1785218516","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/35-sapodilla-mentimun-seeds-manilkara-zapota-var-mentimun-rare-cucumber-shaped-sweet-chiku-tropical-fruit-tree-seeds-for-planting","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}