The Star Fruit Carambola All Season Grafted Live Plant (Averrhoa carambola) is a popular tropical exotic fruit plant admired for its unique star-shaped fruits, refreshing sweet-tart flavour, and all-season growth habit. When sliced, the fruit forms a beautiful five-point star, making it highly attractive for fresh eating, juices, salads, garnishing, and desserts. Being a grafted plant, it ensures early fruiting, uniform fruit quality, and better yield compared to seed-grown plants. Supplied by Golden Hills Farm, this plant is ideal for home gardens, terrace gardens, and orchards in warm Indian climates.
Type of Plant: Grafted Exotic Fruit Live Plant – Star Fruit / Carambola
Scientific Name: Averrhoa carambola
Fruit Shape: Oblong with 5–6 ridges (star-shaped when sliced)
Taste: Mildly sweet to sweet-tart, juicy and crisp
Propagation Method: Grafted (fast fruiting, true-to-type)
Sunlight Requirements: Full sunlight (6–8 hours daily)
Where to Grow: Pots, terrace gardens, home gardens, open ground
Growing Season: All seasons
Soil Requirements: Well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter
Plant Height: 1.5 – 2 feet (at dispatch)
Plant Type: Supplied in nursery polybag
Fertilizer Needs: Organic compost every 30–45 days
Life Span: 15–20 years productive life
Ideal Growing Temperature: 22°C – 35°C
Blooming / Harvesting Time: Fruits in 12–18 months after planting
Maintenance Required: Low to moderate
Watering Frequency: Moderate; keep soil moist, avoid waterlogging
Ideal Grow Bag Size: 18×18 inches or larger
The Star Fruit Carambola Grafted Plant grows well throughout the year in tropical and subtropical regions of India. It performs best in warm climates with good sunlight and moderate rainfall. Monsoon planting helps strong root establishment. Grafted plants start flowering earlier and produce regular harvests once established.
Use a minimum 18×18 inch grow bag or pot with good drainage. Prepare a soil mix of garden soil, compost, and sand (1:1:1). Plant the sapling upright with the graft union above soil level. Water well and place in full sunlight. Monthly organic feeding improves growth and fruiting.
Preparation: Enrich soil with compost before planting.
Planting: Place plant upright and gently firm the soil.
Watering: Water immediately after planting.
Establishment: Grafted plant establishes faster.
Transplanting: Can be shifted to open ground later if required.
Sunlight: Full sun ensures better flowering and fruit taste
Soil: Loose, fertile, well-drained soil
Fertilization: Organic manure every 30–45 days
Pruning: Light pruning improves branching
Pest Control: Neem oil spray every 15 days
Disease Prevention: Avoid stagnant water
Mulching: Helps retain soil moisture
Harvesting: Fruits harvested when green-yellow and glossy
1. Apply Nutrient-Rich Fertilizers
When your plants begin flowering, use nutrient-rich fertilizers like Organic Bone Meal Powder or Vermicompost. This helps in boosting the bloom and enhances overall yield.
2. Use Organic Fertilizers
Feed your plants with organic fertilizers such as Cow Dung Manure or Neem Cake. Organic options promote healthy soil life.
3. Regular Feeding
Apply fertilizers every 20-25 days to ensure plants receive a steady supply of nutrients. Choose from various options like Cocopeat Compost for moisture retention
The Carambola Star Fruit Plant is valued for its decorative fruits, refreshing taste, and nutritional benefits. The fruits are rich in Vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants, supporting immunity and digestion for healthy individuals. The tree also has ornamental appeal, making it suitable for landscaping and home gardens.
⚠ Important Health Note:
Star fruit contains a natural compound called caramboxin. People with kidney disease or kidney-related problems should avoid consuming star fruit and consult a doctor before use.
Produces unique star-shaped exotic fruits
Excellent for fresh eating, juices, salads, and garnishing
Rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants
Attractive ornamental fruit tree
Grafted plant ensures early and reliable fruiting
Suitable for pots and open ground
Avoid waterlogging
Provide full sunlight
Use organic fertilizers only
Protect young plants from strong winds
Consumption warning for kidney patients
Problem: Yellowing leaves
Solution: Improve drainage and add compost
Problem: Flower drop
Solution: Maintain regular watering and sunlight
Problem: Pest attack
Solution: Neem oil spray every 10–15 days
Star Fruit, Carambola, Kamrakh, Kamrak, Tamaratenga, Averrhoa Fruit.
Q1: When will the plant start fruiting?
👉 Within 12–18 months due to grafting.
Q2: Can it grow in pots?
👉 Yes, it grows well in large grow bags.
Q3: Is star fruit safe for everyone?
👉 Not recommended for people with kidney disease.
Q4: Is this an all-season plant?
👉 Yes, it grows year-round in warm climates.
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