Bor-Thekera Live Plants (Garcinia Pedunculata)

The Northeastern region of India is home to the evergreen tree known as Bor-Thekera/Garcinia Pedunculata, which is linked to the more well-known purple mangosteen. The Assamese cherish this tart fruit highly. The tree has small spreading branches and a fluted trunk.

Fruit with a smooth texture is yellow or orange-yellow in hue. These ring-shaped fruits have edible arils and a luscious inside. Raw or cooked, the ripe fruit is consumed. The fruits are typically cut into slices, dried in the sun, and preserved.

It treats digestive problems, cleans the urine and faeces, strengthens the heart, soothes intense constipation, relieves stomach colic pain, etc.

Common Name: Malabar tamarind, Gambooge

Botanical Name: Garcinia Pedunculata

Bloom Time/Fruiting: 8-10 Years

Maintenance Required: Moderate