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The ESALQ Red Jaboticaba is a rare and exotic fruit tree originating from Brazil, named after the prestigious Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture (ESALQ), University of Sao Paulo. This tropical fruit tree was extensively studied by the renowned botanist Joao Rodrigues de Mattos in the 1970s, and it is recognized for its large, and exceptionally sweet, flavorful fruit. It begins to bear fruit within 4 to 5 years.

Grimal Jaboticaba - Peluda de Alagoas. Rare Jaboticaba introduced by Adolf Grimal. Sometimes known as the Giant Jaboticaba, it bears fruits that are larger than many Jaboticaba varieties. Has larger fruits with thick pulp and small seeds. Also notable that the fruits are mildly hairy and foliage may show a similar appearance. The trees are heavy producers, and will begin fruiting in 5 years. The tree fruits year round producing a lot of fruit.
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Jaboticaba. One of the most popular native fruit of Brazil. Grape-like purple fruit with a thick skin and delicious melting pulp somewhat resembling Northern Black Currant in flavor. Small white flowers grow right on the trunk ("cauliflora" means "flowers growing on trunk). Trees grow very slowly and due to small leaves and dwarfish growth habit are often used as bonsai. Some old bonsai specimens can fruit.
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Jaboticaba. Slow growing plant. The trees are large, bushy and mature (7 years old and older).

This rare variety of Jaboticaba is used for production of Hawaiian wine Volcano Red. Hawaiians have long honored Pele, the fiery goddess of the volcano and created a wine to honor her tempestuous, passionate spirit. Volcano Red is a medium bodied red wine that blends both red and white grapes with the island's exotic jaboticaba berries.
Red Jaboticaba Vine is also popular in Brazil as La Vinotinto.
This variety is more vigorous and faster growing than regular Jaboticaba. Leaves are slightly bigger. The plant can take light freeze once established, and short periods of waterlogging.

Jacaranda trees are known for their stunning purple flowers, which bloom in late spring and early summer. These trees are native to South America and are commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. Jacaranda trees are fast-growing and can reach heights of up to 50 feet. They have a distinctive umbrella-like canopy and fern-like leaves, which make them popular as ornamental trees in gardens and parks. In addition to their attractive flowers, jacaranda trees are also prized for their hardwood, which is strong and durable. The wood is often used in the construction of furniture and other wood products. Jacaranda trees are also known for their ability to thrive in a variety of soil conditions and are resistant to many pests and diseases. They are relatively easy to care for, making them a popular choice for gardeners and landscapers. Overall, jacaranda trees are a beautiful and versatile addition to any garden, and their striking purple flowers are sure to add a splash of color to any landscape.
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Jacaranda trees are known for their stunning purple flowers, which bloom in late spring and early summer. These trees are native to South America and are commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. Jacaranda trees are fast-growing and can reach heights of up to 50 feet. They have a distinctive umbrella-like canopy and fern-like leaves, which make them popular as ornamental trees in gardens and parks. In addition to their attractive flowers, jacaranda trees are also prized for their hardwood, which is strong and durable. The wood is often used in the construction of furniture and other wood products. Jacaranda trees are also known for their ability to thrive in a variety of soil conditions and are resistant to many pests and diseases. They are relatively easy to care for, making them a popular choice for gardeners and landscapers. Overall, jacaranda trees are a beautiful and versatile addition to any garden, and their striking purple flowers are sure to add a splash of color to any landscape.
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Jack-edak is a highly recommended variety grown in TopTropicals garden from a seedling of Cheena (Jackfruit x Chempedak) that fruited for us within 3 years from planting. The fruit (20-25 inches size) is probably the best we ever tasted! It is super sweet, crunchy and has a rich, pleasant, excellent flavor. It has very little latex which makes it easy to handle when cutting up. The tree produces at the very base of the trunk, so you can prune it as short as you want. Our tree survived light frosts as well as 48 hours of 3ft flooding, with no damage!

Black Gold Jakfruit originated in Australia. The tree is vigorous and with regular pruning can be maintained at a height of 8-10 ft. The fruit is has narrow shape, weighting 14-20 lb. It has dark green color with sharp fleshy spines, which don't flatten upon maturity. The deep orange flesh is very soft, with strong flavor and aroma. The flesh easily removed from the fruit comparing to other cultivars. Fruit ripen in Fall in Florida.

Cantelope is the darkest but semi-soft (more firm than black gold). It is rounded and usually weighs about 20lbs. This is a good fruit variety to dehydrate, because the arils lay flat on the tray and the chips are like pure sugar. Also has low latex.

Jackfruit (Jakfruit) Crispy. It is relatively low latex, crispy but not too crunchy, thick fleshed and very juicy. Will fruit in 2-3 years in optimal conditions.

Golden Pillow (Mong Tong) Jackfruit (Jakfruit) originated in Thailand. Considered one of the best Thai cultivars. The tree is small and easy manageable at a height of 8-10 ft. The fruit has blocky shape, weighting 8-10 lb. It has golden color with fleshy spines, which flatten and open as fruit matures. The golden color flesh is thick and crunchy. The flavor is mild and sweet with musky aftertaste.

HONEY GOLD: Can be maintained to small tree with pruning. Yellow to orange flesh, with a sweet, rich flavor. The fruit as basketball sized round when ripe and it fruits on the many limbs instead of just the leader. Compatible in texture and flavor to the Gold Nugget with a dwarf growth habit and fruit. Mid, July-Aug fruiting season.

Jackfruit Orange Crush has a dark orange, extra crunchy flesh, with a nice clean green skin, and low latex. Typically weighs about 20lbs.
Jackfruit is the largest tree-borne fruit in the world, reaching 80 pounds in weight and up to 36 inches long and 20 inches in diameter. The interior of the fruit consists of large edible bulbs of yellow, sweet, banana-flavored aromatic flesh that encloses a smooth seed. The plant requires organic soil and regular water. Mature trees can tolerate some frost, smaller plants must be protected.

Super Thai variety is crispy, fruit is very large, over 35-50 lb on average. Thai favorite.

Thai Globe (Kun Wi Chan) jakfruit (jackfruit) originated in Thailand.
Vigorous tree; annual pruning needed to maintain moderate size. The tree is a very heavy producer. Fruits are very large and have round shape. Fruit weight is 35-45lb. Moderately firm to soft yellow flesh has mild, pleasant flavor.

Rose Bud Jasmine, Everblooming Jasmine - a very rare jasmine with highly fragrant flowers. Blooms year round. Glossy leaves are very ornamental in contrast with dark pink buds and snow white flowers. This is a very vigorous plant that can cover a fence or pagoda in no time.

Italian jasmine. Jasmine oil is extracted from the flowers and is imported from India. It has a rich, warm, sweet scent. It is a middle note in perfumery.

Japanese Jasmine, Primrose Jasmine - very unusual jasmine with bright yellow double flowers. This is one of the most valuable plants in landscaping. It grows wonderfully in mass plantings, very fast growing, well-contollable by pruning. The more you cut it, the bushier it gets, forming a nice dense cloud of dark green foliage with yellow double flowers scattered like a bright cover. Use it mass plantings, as a small hedge or to trail over fences or walls, to cover unwanted views and ugly corners.

Jasmine Molle, Indian Jui - one of the strongest fragrance of all jasmines. Grows into a large multi-stem bush, or can be planted against trellis or fence. Can be trimmed for compact shape, nice container plant. Flowers have extremely heavy gardenia type scent.
One of the most powerfully fragrant jasmines, Jasminum molle produces clusters of satin-white blooms with an intense gardenia-like scent. This rare, fast-growing shrub can be grown in pots, as a hedge, or shaped into a compact bush. Blooms appear in summer with additional flushes in fall and winter. Easy to grow in sun or shade, and tolerant of both moist and dry conditions. Sacred in India, its flowers are used in garlands, religious offerings, and perfumes. A must-have for any fragrant garden.

Jasminum sambac Arabian Knights (Arabian Nights). Rare variety of Jasmine Sambac with small double flowers and vining habit. Slow, compact grower.
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Jasmine Sambac Belle of India (var. Elongata). Very popular variety with long narrow petals. In India, it also goes under name Mangalore Malli, Uduppii Malli, or Shankarapuram Malli. Everybody wants this one because it has such a fine structure and elegant flowers.
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Jasmine sambac Grand Duke - The biggest flower variety, the Grandest of all Jasminum sambac. Flowers are 1-1.5 inch wide, triple, like little carnations. Blooms profusely from April through June, then sporadically during the year. Dark green leaves are very ornamental. This variety grows as a medium size bush, very slow growing. Trim regularly otherwise it may become leggy. Tolerates shade, great container plant, can be grown as indoor plant too, providing enough light. The more light, the more flowers you will get. Keep somewhat on dry side: sambacs don't like too much water and bloom better in dry conditions. If grown indoors, watch for insects (spider mites). Fertilize once a month during warm season.

A new exciting hybrid of Jasmine sambac Grand Duke Supreme, it combines benefits of large, triple flowers with a compact, bushy growth habit! What an amazing gift for every jasmine lover. Unlike regular Grand Duke that tends to be leggy, this variety branches out much more and stays short with minimal pruning. Leaves are similar to Grand Duke Supreme - elongated and come in swirls of 3's and 4's. It is a fast grower, reaching mature size in no time, but stays compact, and produces multiple flowers on every branch. Profuse bloomer, providing lots of sun, warmth, and moderate water.
A perfect houseplant with the strongest jasmine fragrance in the world.
A must have for every jasmine collector!
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