Custard Apple / Seethapazham (Red, Graft) Fruit Plant

Red Custard Apple (Annona squamosa) is a premium tropical fruit variety extensively cultivated across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. This unique red-skinned custard apple is known for its attractive appearance, aromatic pulp, and excellent nutritional value.

Custard apple trees thrive across the Indian plains up to 4,000 feet above sea level. They prefer a tropical and subtropical climate with mild winters. Hot, dry weather encourages flowering, while high humidity supports better fruit setting and higher yields.

Red Custard Apple Sapling Specifications

• Scientific Name: Annona squamosa

• Variety: Red Custard Apple

• Propagation Method: Grafted

• Fruiting Period: Approximately 2 Years

• Grafted Sapling Age: 6 Months

• Blooming Season: May – June

• Suitable for Terrace Gardening

• Suitable for All Climatic Conditions

Red Custard Apple Fruit Shape & Appearance

The Red Custard Apple produces attractive fruits with smooth red skin and creamy white, aromatic flesh. The pulp is sweet, granular, and contains several glossy dark brown, coffee-coloured seeds. Compared to the Golden Custard Apple variety, the Red Custard Apple has slightly firmer flesh with a mildly sweet flavour and a pleasant aroma.

Red Custard Apple Tree Characteristics

Red Custard Apple trees are small to medium-sized trees, typically reaching 15–30 feet (4.5–9 metres) at maturity. The leaves are ovate, leathery or slightly hairy, with smooth margins. The flowers consist of six to eight fleshy curved petals along with numerous stamens and pistils. Young trees have smooth bark that gradually becomes rough and fissured as they mature.

Health Benefits of Red Custard Apple

Rich in Essential Nutrients

• Rich source of dietary fiber

• Good source of vitamins and minerals

• Supports a healthy immune system

• Promotes overall well-being

Supports Healthy Living

• Helps reduce inflammation

• Promotes eye health

• Supports heart health

• Rich in antioxidants that help fight free radicals

Antioxidant Benefits

• Helps reduce oxidative stress

• May help lower the risk of chronic diseases

• Protects cells from oxidative damage

• Supports a healthy mood and overall wellness

Key Benefits

• ❤️ Enhances Heart Health

• 👁️ Supports Eye Health

Are Red Custard Apple Saplings Grafted?

Yes. We supply 6-month-old grafted Red Custard Apple saplings, ensuring earlier fruiting, superior fruit quality, faster growth, and a higher planting success rate compared to seed-grown plants.

Suitable for Terrace & Container Gardening?

Yes. Red Custard Apple plants grow well in large pots, grow bags, tubs, and containers, making them an excellent choice for terrace gardens, rooftop gardens, balconies, and home gardens.

Is the Red Custard Apple Tree Self-Pollinating?

Yes. Red Custard Apple trees are self-fertile, producing flowers with both male and female reproductive parts. Under suitable growing conditions, they are capable of setting fruits without requiring another pollinator.

Sunlight Requirement

Red Custard Apple trees require full sunlight for healthy growth and maximum fruit production. Provide 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily to encourage vigorous flowering, improved fruit setting, and high-quality harvests.

Ideal for: Home Gardens, Terrace Gardens, Container Gardening, Organic Farming, Tropical Orchards, and Exotic Fruit Plant Collections.