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Top Tropicals is now in Telegram!

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Welcome to our new Telegram Channel!
We finally did it, and excited to connect with all of you on this amazing platform. After using Telegram for a few years for both business and personal communications, we realized it is a winner of the modern Social Media!

In Top Tropicals Telegram Channel you will find much more than on our website or Newsletter: Fun Plant Facts, Nature Wonders, Amazing Plant Videos, Gardening How-to Tips, Exotic Recipes, Contests, Sweepstakes, Give-aways and so much more. Plus, of course, your favorite PeopleCats!

Telegram is a messaging app with a focus on speed and security, it’s super-fast, simple and free. You can use Telegram on all your devices at the same time - your messages sync seamlessly across any number of your phones, tablets or computers. It's perfect for sharing your comments, photos, videos, even making calls.

You can watch news, browse your interest, message to friends and colleagues, save your files, create groups, make phone calls, and the most amazing thing - Telegram works where nothing else works, no WiFi or cell service! It proved to be more reliable than any other apps and (surprise!) even works in airplane without wifi connection - proved!

The platform has its own cloud and offers limitless storage. And the last and not least - it's ad-free! Telegram is free and will stay free - no ads, no subscription fees, forever. It's a clean, clear and easy to use for all ages and applications. Try it yourself and discover how easy and pain-free it is!

Telegram is for everyone who wants fast and reliable messaging and calls.
See you in Telegram!

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Three tropical plants that help you to stay young

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🌱 Three tropical plants that help you to stay young.
  1. Longevity Spinach - as the name suggests, this is one of the superfoods, and it lowers cholesterol. The leaves and young shoot tips can be used fresh in salads, steamed, used in stir fry, stews, and soups. Just add them at the very end. Recipes here 🥣
  2. Amlak, or Otaheite Gooseberry - fruit is a major ingredient of Chavyanprash, a popular Ayurvedic tonic. It is the richest source of vitamin C. Makes a perfect lemonade.
  3. Noni - a world-famous medicinal fruit. The noni juice works on a cellular level and rejuvenates nearly every system in the body. Large leaves, very tropical look, quick to fruit... This is a perfect tree for container and indoors. PDF: Noni's health benefits (Tropical Treasures Magazine).


⚕️ Discover more medicinal plants

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How to make exotic fries from beautiful Cassava Tree (Yuca Root, Tapioca)

🍟 How to make exotic fries from beautiful Cassava Tree (Yuca Root, Tapioca).

  • ▪️ Cassava (Manihot esculenta), also called Yuca Root, Manihot, Tapioca - is an exotic tropical root vegetable plant. The fries are more delicious than any fries you every tried!

  • ▪️ Besides culinary value, it is simply a stunning little tree! Don't be shy to harvest the roots - this plant is easy to regrow from cuttings, so you can have your crops year round.


❗️Don't confuse Yuca Root (Cassava) with Yucca Plant from the Agave family - a no-go in the culinary world - you definitely don't want to cook that up for dinner!

📚 Learn more about Yuca Root

🍲 Cassava Fries Recipe

🛒 Order Cassava plant online

#Food_Forest #Recipes

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What is number one tree-grown vegetable?

🥘 What is number one tree-grown vegetable? Akee is a curious Jamaican fruit that is actually a vegetable growing on a tree! The fruit makes a delicious nutritious meal tasting like eggs and potatoes 🥚🥔

  • 🔺This showy fruit is a close relative of Lychee, Longan, and Rambutan.

  • 🔺 Akee tree is easy to grow, undemanding, fast growing, and fruits right away. Sometimes it fruits twice a year!

  • 🔺 Akee fruit must be picked after the fruit has opened naturally so the flesh is fully exposed to light.

  • 🔺 The white arils are best parboiled for a few min and then lightly fried in butter. Then they are really delicious!


📚 More about Akee

🎥 YouTube Recipe: How to cook perfect Akee?

🛒 Order Akee tree online

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How to make Dragon Fruit Smoothie? What to do with a

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🍹 How to make Dragon Fruit Smoothie? What to do with a Dragon Fruit?

Dragon fruit, regardless of variety, makes excellent smoothies. A perfect Dragon Fruit Smoothie can be made with a creamy blend of dragon fruit, mango, and banana. The tropical flavor is played up with a squeeze of fresh lime.

Recipe:

Mix in a blender:
2 dragon fruit, peeled
  1. cup of mango pulp
    1 banana
    1 cup of milk of your preference
  2. tbsp sugar
    1/2 tsp Lime juce

Some Ice
Add Mint for decoration


🛒 Shop Dragon Fruit

#Food_Forest #Recipes #How_to

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Benefits of Canistel tree and fruit

Canistel

Q: What is so good about Canistel fruit? Should I plant a Canistel tree in my garden?

A: Canistel fruit, also known as Eggfruit, has several appealing qualities. It is highly regarded for its sweet, custard-like flavor and smooth, creamy texture. Additionally, canistel fruit is a good source of essential nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin C, and dietary fiber, making it a nutritious choice for those seeking a unique and tasty fruit experience.

Planting a Canistel tree can be beneficial for a few reasons. Firstly, it allows you to enjoy the delectable fruit it produces right in your own backyard, providing a fresh and unique addition to your homegrown produce.

Secondly, Canistel trees are relatively low-maintenance and can thrive in warm climates, making them a suitable choice for tropical or subtropical regions.

Finally, by planting a Canistel tree, you contribute to the preservation and diversity of fruit-bearing trees, enriching the ecosystem and potentially attracting wildlife to your garden.

To learn more about Canistel tree, fruit, tasty recipes, and more - see this article:

Pouteria campechiana - Canistel, the curious heart-shaped Egg Super-Fruit

Canistel tree with fruit

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Discovering the Amazing Guava Fruit Tree

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A Gardener's Delight:
How to grow Guava Tree, delicious recipes and more...

Imagine stepping into your garden, plucking a fresh, juicy guava off a tree, and savoring its sweet, tropical flavor. Sounds delightful, doesn't it? Guava trees are not only a wonderful addition to any garden but also offer an array of delicious and nutritious fruits. Let’s explore the fascinating world of guava fruit trees, dive into the different species, and share some tasty ways to enjoy this remarkable fruit.

If you're blessed with a warm climate, find a sunny spot with well-drained soil for your tree. Water it regularly, especially during dry spells, and keep it well-fed with a balanced fertilizer. Pruning is essential for maintaining a bushy, healthy tree that'll reward you with an abundance of fruits...

Guava tree fruiting in a pot

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New Video:
What is a Loquat?

Loquat is one of the easiest tropical/subtropical fruit trees to grow, with delicious fruit resembling Apricots (in fact, from the same family!). This video presented by our video host David Mortimer.

More information on Loquat trees:

Golden Loquat - the symbol of Prosperity
Kristi's Loquat Tropical BBQ sauce
Overlooked fruit: tasty Loquat recipes (PDF from Tropical Treasures Magazine)

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Stay updated with TopTropicals Videos by subscribing to our channel at YouTube.com/TopTropicals and get our latest video news of what is fruiting and blooming!

Loquats 30% OFF - this week only!

Many varieties of the Loquat are available from our store The trees we have for sale are in full bloom now, ready to set fruit. You will get the fruit as early as in 3 months! The trees are in 5 gal pots, 5 ft tall, grafted, bushy and full. Loquats are cold hardy - good time to plant them now!

Great chance to collect them all!
Discount expires: 12-5-2021.

Available varieties:


Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Barbie, grafted6080 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Barbie, graftedGrown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Big Jim, grafted
6424 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Big Jim, grafted
Grown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Bradenton, grafted
5219 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Bradenton, grafted
Grown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Champagne, grafted
4549 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Champagne, grafted
Grown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Christmas, grafted
5217 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Christmas, grafted
Grown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Eds Delight, grafted
4707 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Eds Delight, grafted
Grown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Gold Nugget grafted
4305 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Gold Nugget grafted
Grown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Italy, grafted
4150 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Italy, grafted
Grown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Oliver, grafted
5160 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Oliver, grafted
Grown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Premier, grafted
4708 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Premier, grafted
Grown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Sherry Woods, grafted
4800 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Sherry Woods, grafted
Grown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Turkey, grafted
4336 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Turkey, grafted
Grown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Yehuda grafted
4249 Eriobotrya japonica - Loquat Yehuda grafted
Grown in 12-14"/5-7 gal pot, large plant
$69.00  
Sale: $48.30

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New Video:
Secrets of Longevity

Best Hot Humid Weather Spinach Crops:
Longevity and Okinawa Spinach

by David Mortimer, Tropical Edibles Expert

...This video is all about the greens. Most find it difficult to grow vegetables year round in hot climates. In this video we show you two different spinach varieties that not only handle the heat but thrive in it...

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Even more: Longevity Spinach recipes!

...Can healthy food taste delicious? Healthy Longevity Spinach... it tastes like... spinach. You can add it to your salads, but let's face it, you can only eat so much of... a salad. So try it cooked!..

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Kristi's Loquat Tropical BBQ sauce

Loquat trees are famous for their abundant fruit production. Many customers who purchased this tree from us, soon end up with some serious crops and start asking if we have any special recipes for loquat fruit - because you can only eat so much out of hand! Here is our manager Kristi's favorite Loquat recipe - not only delicious and tropically-aromatic, but also good for you. Happy Tropical Meal!

Ingredients

2 lbs loquat fruit

  1. cup soft brown sugar
  2. cups malt vinegar
    1 onion chopped
  3. cloves garlic

    1/2 tsp salt
    1/2 tsp black pepper
    1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  4. cloves whole or 1/2 tsp ground cloves

    Instructions

    Wash the fruit, cut them in half and remove stones. The loquats will lose about a third of their weight once stoned (3 lbs of whole fruit = 2 lbs of fruit, stones removed). Add loquats and all remaining ingredients to a large saucepan. Bring to a low boil, then simmer for about an hour, stirring occasionally. The liquid will have reduced quite a bit and the fruit will be collapsed and very soft. Allow to cool slightly, then liquidize the sauce in a blender or a food processor. Be careful, hot sauce really burns!


This delicious tropical sauce is great for any BBQ - with meats or fish. Enjoy!