Red Mombin Tree 12"-24" | Spondias Purpurea | Sweet-Tart Spanish Plum | Hardy, Drought-Tolerant Tropical Fruit Starter Plant

Grow your own delicious Spanish Plum (Red Mombin) with our live Spondias Purpurea tree, measuring 12″-24″. This sweet-tart tropical fruit tree is perfect for any garden, offering hardy growth and drought tolerance. Enjoy the satisfaction of cultivating your own fruit while enhancing your outdoor space with this beautiful starter plant.

• 🍒 Delicious Fruits: Produces sweet-tart, juicy fruits enjoyed fresh or used in jellies, juices, and traditional dishes.
• 🌴 Tropical Elegance: Grows into a medium-sized tree (15-25 ft) with a lush, spreading canopy. Perfect for gardens, parks, or orchards.
• ☀️ Sun-Loving & Hardy: Thrives in full sunlight and adapts to various well-drained soils; drought-tolerant once established.
• 🌱 Fast-Growing Starter: This 12″-24″ starter tree can bear fruit within 3-5 years when grown from cuttings or grafted varieties.
• 🌍 Eco-Friendly: Attracts pollinators like bees and birds, enriching your local ecosystem.
• 🍷 Culinary Versatility: Fruits are great for making wines, preserves, and refreshing beverages; suitable for a range of recipes.
• 🪴 Container Friendly: Can be grown in large pots, making it perfect for smaller spaces or patio gardening.
• ✂️ Easy Maintenance: Low-maintenance tree requiring minimal pruning and care for healthy growth.
• 🌿 Cultural Heritage: Known as Jocote or Ciruela, this tree carries cultural significance in Latin America, often used in traditional remedies.

Common Name: Spanish Plum, Red Mombin
Scientific Name: Spondias purpurea
Plant Size: 12″-24″ starter plant
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-draining soils; drought-tolerant once established
USDA Zones: 9-11
Watering Needs: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
Growth Rate: Rapid; fruit-bearing within 3-5 years
Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release fertilizer during growing season
Special Features: Sweet-tart fruit, drought tolerance, pollinator-friendly