Jackfruit (Siddu, Bud) Fruit Plant | Best Jack Award Winner

The Siddu Jackfruit is a renowned and highly nutritious jackfruit variety from Karnataka, suitable for both homestead and commercial cultivation. It is widely appreciated for its excellent taste and aromatic, sweet flesh. The fruit is commonly consumed fresh or used in a variety of dishes and desserts.

Siddu Jack Sapling Specifications

Best Jackfruit variety in India
Propagation Method: Budding
Fruiting Period: 3 Years
Sapling Age: 6 Months (Approx. 3 ft height)
Suitable for Terrace Gardening
Suitable for All Climates

Siddu Jackfruit Taste & Characteristics

The fruit is sweet, firm, and has a pleasant aroma.
The edible flakes are coppery red in color.
Each fruit weighs around 3–5 kg.
Every fruit contains approximately 25–30 bulbs.

Siddu Jackfruit Tree Characteristics

The tree has a broadly pyramidal shape and produces small-sized fruits.
It typically grows up to 7–8 feet in height.
Estimated yield is around 1098 kg per tree under ideal conditions.
Siddu Jackfruit has received recognition as one of the best jackfruit varieties in India.

Awards & Recognition

ICAR New Delhi – Award of Excellence (2017)
I.I.H.R Bengaluru – Innovative Farmer National Award
PUSA Delhi – Recognition for excellence in horticulture innovation

Cultivation Features

✔ Best for Terrace / Container Farming
Can be grown in large containers such as big pots or 100-litre drums.

✔ Budded Siddu Jack Saplings
We provide budded Siddu jack saplings that start fruiting in about 3 years. Saplings are approximately 6 months old (post budding) and about 3 ft tall at delivery.

✔ Best for Hilly / Slope Areas
Suitable for cultivation in hilly regions and sloped terrains.

✔ Suitable for All Climates & Soil
Performs well across different soil types and climatic conditions in India.

Nutritional Value of Siddu Jackfruit

Total soluble solids: 31° Brix
Vitamin C: 6.48 mg
Carotenoids & flavonoids: 4.43 mg per 100 g
Lycopene: 2 mg per 100 g
Total antioxidant activity: 11 mg AEAC/100 g

Siddu Jackfruit Benefits

Rich in vitamin C, potassium, dietary fiber, and essential minerals
Jackfruit seeds may help reduce LDL cholesterol levels
Raw jackfruit is often used in type 2 diabetes-friendly diets
Contains antioxidants that support immune system health

✔ Growth Requirements

• 6–8 hours of sunlight daily
• Self-pollinating variety
• Regular pruning required