Indian Jujube (Ziziphus Mauritiana) is a perennial tree in the Rhamnaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Ziziphus mauritiana is a spiny, evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading crown, native to South Asia and widely cultivated for its edible fruit.

Indian Jujube

Indian Jujube

Ziziphus Mauritiana

Ziziphus mauritiana is a spiny, evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading crown, native to South Asia and widely cultivated for its edible fruit.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, clay, loamy, saline
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, fruit production

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Indian Jujube

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Rhamnaceae
Genus:Ziziphus
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