Plant No. 164 – Mamon Chino (Nephelium lappaceum)
📍 Location
Quarter
Southeast
Sixteenth
Old Pigsty
Location Details
Between main road and Old Pigsty
📄 General Description
This is a very large tree, approximately 12–15 meters tall, standing above the old pigsty and the main road. Its exact age is unknown, but it might be over 20 years old.
The tree last fruited in August 2023, producing an estimated 1,000 kg of fruit. Roughly 30% could be harvested before the rest fell or was taken by wildlife. The tree appears vigorous and healthy.
As of July 2025, new green fruits are forming again. A small number have already dropped, which we hope is not a bad sign. We’re curious whether improved care (e.g. mulching, compost) could encourage annual fruiting instead of a 2-year cycle.
See also species entry: 👉 Mamon Chino (Nephelium lappaceum)
🧬 Variety
Although the outer skin comes off easily, the fruit is clingstone – the flesh sticks firmly to the seed, which makes processing hundreds of fruits quite a sweaty task.
🩺 Health Status
General Condition
Overall good condition. The tree did not produce any fruits in 2024, but is fruiting again in 2025. Some early fruit drop was observed in July 2025
Pests and Diseases
No pests or diseases observed. No animal damage recorded.
🌱✚ Care Plan (July–December 2025)
Immediate Actions
The first mulch and compost application is scheduled for August 2025, using dry leaves, banana mulch, and homemade compost or bokashi. No pruning or structural training is currently planned
Regular Tasks
The tree is rain-fed and does not require additional watering under current conditions. Regular mulching with organic material such as dry leaves and banana waste will be maintained to support soil health and moisture retention. Fertilization will be incorporated gradually from August 2025 onward.
🔁 Replanting Option
This tree is seed-grown, and several natural seedlings have already established themselves—some on the roof of the former pigsty and others nearby. These were likely sprouted from dropped fruits. Their development will be monitored, as shade-grown seedlings may require careful transplantation. While propagation through seed has proven viable, we are considering planting a grafted freestone variety in the future to reduce processing effort during harvest
🧺👥 Harvest Group
R2, with regular monitoring required during potential fruiting periods
The last harvest occurred in August 2023, yielding an estimated 1,000 kg of fruit. The fruits are primarily eaten fresh, juiced, or turned into ice cream. Production of vinegar is also being considered for future harvests.
🔍 Observations
- Wildlife interactions: none so far
- Climate response: appears resilient in full sun on hillside
- Growth milestones: new fruit forming (July 2025)
- Other remarks: Early fruit drop observed (July 2025), but otherwise healthy
📷 Photos
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