Bouea burmanica (Marian plum)

Bouea burmanica yellow fruit close up with glossy dark green pointed leaves attached
Bouea burmanica yellow fruit clusters mixed with smooth dark green pointed leaves

Botanical names: Bouea burmanica, Bouea macrophylla

Common names: Marian plum, Maprang, Ma-praang, Gandaria

Family: Anacardiaceae

Origin: North Sumatra, Malaysia and West Java

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 11-12?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyEdible plantUltra tropical plant. Minimal temperature 55F

Bouea burmanica, also known as Marian Plum or Ma-praang, is a small tree native to North Sumatra, Malaysia, and West Java. It grows to a height of 10 to 20 feet and has smooth, dark green leaves. This plant requires full sun or semi-shade and regular watering to thrive. It is hardy in USDA Zone 10 to 11 and prefers temperatures no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

The Marian Plum is a fruitful tree, producing an abundance of edible orange fruits. It has a unique flavor that is reminiscent of mango or apricot, making it an excellent choice for a fresh snack or cooked in syrup. The immature fruits can be chopped into salads or pickled, and the young leaves can be eaten with sambal to add a layer of vibrant flavor. Beyond its delicious taste, the Marian Plum also offers a variety of health benefits; its rich vitamins, minerals and antioxidants make it a power-packed addition to any diet.

The Marian Plum has become increasingly popular within Thailand as a home garden tree, and its cultivation is steadily increasing. It is even being exported to other countries by Thai firms who advertise it as a specialty fruit.


Image gallery: 15 images
Bouea burmanica (Marian plum) plant with green leaves in a black nursery container
Bouea burmanica (Marian plum) young plant with elongated green leaves in a plastic container
Bouea burmanica green leaves growing on a small tree branch close up
Bouea burmanica green leaves reaching outward from a thick woody tree branch
Bouea burmanica green leaves on a young tree with elongated narrow blade shape
Bouea burmanica with narrow green leaves extending from the central woody stem
Bouea burmanica yellow fruit close up hanging from stem among dark green leaves
Bouea burmanica yellow fruit hangs from a stem surrounded by green leaves
Bouea burmanica dense tree with dark green pointed leaves standing tall upright
Bouea burmanica grows tall with dense foliage reaching toward the sky clearly
Bouea burmanica green tree with small yellow fruit hanging on the branches
Bouea burmanica tree dense with narrow green leaves and yellow oval fruit
Bouea burmanica yellow fruit hanging among smooth pointed green leaves close up
Bouea burmanica yellow fruit hanging from a branch among many green leaves.
Bouea burmanica orange fruit close up resting on a gray textured stone surface
Bouea burmanica fruit sliced open to reveal the soft pulpy interior sections
Bouea burmanica (Marian plum) with light green new foliage leaves close up for texture
Bouea burmanica (Marian plum) with delicate drooping young leaves held by a hand for scale.
Bouea burmanica orange fruit close up with smooth skin and green leaves
Bouea burmanica orange fruit clustered together with dark green leaves attached
Bouea burmanica yellow fruit clusters with green leaves, close up overhead view
Bouea burmanica yellow fruit clusters nestled among narrow green pointed leaves.
Bouea burmanica yellow fruit hanging close up among smooth narrow deep green leaves
Bouea burmanica yellow fruit suspended amidst pointed deep green foliage on the branch
Bouea burmanica (Marian plum) with green mature leaves and light tan young hanging foliage plant
Bouea burmanica (Marian plum) showing thick dark green mature leaves alongside light tan tender new growth.
Bouea burmanica (Marian plum) yellow flower cluster in a close up view on branch
Bouea burmanica (Marian plum) yellow flower cluster buds growing along a small woody brown branch
Bouea burmanica (Marian plum) yellow fruit on a plate, close up.
Bouea burmanica (Marian plum) yellow oval fruit on a white plate.


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