Asam Gelugor

Garcinia atroviridis, Clusiaceae

Zones

11–12

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerShade ProviderPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Wild ApricotDovyalis zeyheri

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Paterno Ice Cream BeanInga paterno

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

PapausaAnnona macroprophyllata

Shade ProvisionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Malabar TamarindGarcinia cambogia

Multiple Garcinia species create competitive pressure for nutrients and increase vulnerability to shared pathogens.

Southern Blight FungusSclerotium rolfsii

Southern blight fungus can cause root rot and damage to Garcinia in humid tropical conditions

Uses

Functions

Food ProductionTimberSpice ProductionWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidAnti-InflammatoryWeight Management

Common Questions

What zones does Asam Gelugor grow in?

Asam Gelugor grows in USDA hardiness zones 11 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Asam Gelugor?

Good companions for Asam Gelugor include Wild Apricot, Paterno Ice Cream Bean, Papausa.

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