Chammaliang (Seedling) Fruit Plant

Chammaliang (Lepisanthes fruticosa) is a rare tropical shrub or small tree that typically grows between 1.5 and 10 meters tall, although under favorable conditions it can reach up to 15 meters. Native to Southeast Asia, this versatile species thrives in a wide range of environments, growing successfully in dry to swampy areas and adapting well to rich or poor soils, including clay, sandy, acidic, and alkaline conditions.

The tree is distinguished by its broad pinnate leaves and attractive clusters of small fruits that ripen from yellow to red and finally glossy black. The fully ripe fruits are edible, sweet, and enjoyed fresh. Chammaliang has long been harvested from the wild as a valuable source of food, traditional medicine, and durable timber.

About Chammaliang Fruit

Chammaliang produces attractive clusters of small berries that gradually change color from yellow to red before turning black at full maturity. The ripe fruits have a pleasant sweet taste and are consumed fresh in many tropical regions. Its ornamental foliage and colorful fruit clusters also make it an attractive addition to home gardens.

Plant Specifications

Botanical Name: Lepisanthes fruticosa
Common Name: Chammaliang
Family: Sapindaceae
Plant Type: Evergreen shrub or small tree
Origin: Southeast Asia
Mature Height: 1.5–10 meters (up to 15 meters)
Fruit Color: Yellow to red, turning black when ripe
Fruit Taste: Sweet
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Climate: Tropical and subtropical

Growing Conditions

Chammaliang is highly adaptable and grows well in a wide variety of soil types, including sandy, clay, acidic, alkaline, fertile, and nutrient-poor soils. It also tolerates both dry and swampy conditions, making it a hardy fruit tree suitable for diverse tropical landscapes.

Chammaliang Benefits

• Produces sweet, edible fruits enjoyed fresh.

• Rich in naturally occurring antioxidants and plant nutrients.

• Traditionally valued as a medicinal plant in Southeast Asia.

• The root is used in traditional poultices to relieve itching and help reduce fever.

• Produces hard, heavy, and durable wood suitable for house construction and general timber use.

• Attractive ornamental tree with colorful fruit clusters and lush foliage.

Why Choose Chammaliang?

• Rare and unique tropical fruit plant.

• Produces attractive clusters of sweet edible fruits.

• Highly adaptable to various soil and growing conditions.

• Valuable for food, traditional medicine, and durable timber.

• Suitable for tropical home gardens, orchards, and edible landscapes.

• Easy to grow and highly resilient in tropical climates.