Bor-Thekera (Seedling) Fruit Plant

Bor-Thekera (Garcinia pedunculata)

Bor-Thekera (Garcinia pedunculata) is a rare tropical fruit tree native to Northeast India, especially Assam. It is well known for its tangy fruits, which are an essential part of traditional Assamese cuisine. The tree has a fluted trunk with short, spreading branches and lance-shaped leaves with prominent midribs. Male flowers are light green and borne in sparsely flowered panicles, while the female flowers are solitary. The round fruits measure approximately 8–12 cm in diameter.

About Bor-Thekera Fruit

Bor-Thekera produces juicy fruits with edible arils and a pleasantly tangy flavor. The fruits are commonly sliced and sun-dried before use. These dried slices are widely used as a natural souring agent in traditional Assamese fish curries and other regional dishes. Soaked dried Bor-Thekera pieces make an excellent cooling summer drink, while the fresh fruits can also be used to prepare delicious chutneys. The fruit is traditionally valued for aiding digestion and helping keep the stomach cool.

Tree Characteristics

• Botanical Name: Garcinia pedunculata
• Common Name: Bor-Thekera
• Plant Type: Evergreen tropical fruit tree
• Origin: Assam and Northeast India
• Fruit Size: 8–12 cm in diameter
• Fruit Shape: Round
• Leaf Type: Lanceolate with prominent midribs
• Flower Color: Light green
• Climate: Tropical and subtropical
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Health Benefits of Bor-Thekera

Bor-Thekera has been traditionally used in Ayurveda and local medicine for its digestive and therapeutic properties.

• Helps improve digestion and digestive strength
• Keeps the stomach cool during hot weather
• Traditionally used for digestive disorders
• May help relieve excessive thirst
• Traditionally used for haemorrhoids
• May help reduce vomiting, anorexia, and hiccups
• Traditionally used to support relief from cough, cold, asthma, and chronic respiratory disorders
• Contains beneficial natural compounds with antioxidant properties

Growing Conditions

Bor-Thekera grows best in warm, humid tropical climates. It prefers fertile, well-drained soil and performs well in full sun to partial shade. Regular watering during the establishment stage promotes healthy growth and fruit production.

Harvesting and Uses

Harvest the fruits when they are fully mature. Fresh fruits are ideal for making chutneys, while sliced and sun-dried fruits are traditionally used in Assamese fish curries and other recipes. Dried Bor-Thekera slices can also be soaked in water to prepare a refreshing summer beverage.

Why Choose Bor-Thekera?

• Rare fruit tree native to Assam
• Produces large, tangy fruits
• Essential ingredient in traditional Assamese cuisine
• Excellent natural souring agent for curries
• Traditionally valued for digestive and medicinal uses
• Suitable for tropical home gardens and orchards
• A unique addition to any rare fruit collection