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Soursop

Annona muricata

Soursop, also known as Graviola, is a tropical fruit-bearing tree known for its large, spiny green fruit and creamy white flesh. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making it popular for both culinary and medicinal uses. The fruit has a sweet, tangy flavor and is often used in beverages, desserts, and traditional medicine.

Calculate System for Soursop
400.00–600.00mm
Water Need
120 days
Season
30.00–60.00cm
Root Depth
25,000 kg/ha
Yield
20,000
Plants/ha

Growth Stages

Season: Mar – Aug (120 days)

Initial
Kc 0.400
30 days
Development
Kc 0.700
40 days
Mid-Season
Kc 1.000
60 days
Late
Kc 0.800
30 days

Soursop trees thrive in warm, humid climates and can be grown from seeds or grafted seedlings. They require protection from strong winds and should be pruned to maintain shape and promote fruit production.

Water Requirements

Season Total: 400.00600.00 mm
Water Stress Sensitivity: High
Salt Tolerance: Moderate
Water Productivity: 15.500 kg/m³

Recommended Methods

Drip Irrigation90.00%Fixed Sprinkler70.00%

Soil Compatibility

Optimal pH range: 6.0 – 7.5

Sandy Loam
AWC100.00mm/m
Drainagegood
Drainage: Well-drained soils preferred
Organic Matter: 2.00%
Soil should be rich in organic matter. Incorporating compost can enhance soil fertility and structure.

Climate Compatibility

Temperature range: 15.0°C – 30.0°C

Temperate Continental
ETo: 1.006.00 mm/day
Temp: -20.0°C – 30.0°C
Frost: high
Mediterranean
ETo: 3.007.00 mm/day
Temp: 5.0°C – 35.0°C
Frost: low
Frost Tolerance: Low frost tolerance
Heat Tolerance: Moderate heat tolerance
Soursop is sensitive to frost and should be planted in frost-free areas. It prefers a humid climate with well-distributed rainfall.

Planting Layout

100.00cm
Row Spacing
50.00cm
Plant Spacing
20,000
Plants per ha

Nutrient Requirements (kg/ha)

Nitrogen (N)150 kg/ha
Phosphorus (P)60 kg/ha
Potassium (K)180 kg/ha
40
Calcium (Ca) kg/ha
25
Magnesium (Mg) kg/ha
20
Sulfur (S) kg/ha
Schedule: Apply nitrogen in 3 splits during growing season
Organic Matter: 2-3% organic matter recommended

Yield Information

25,000
kg/ha
2.500
kg/plant
0.450
Harvest Index
Quality Factors: Size, color, sugar content

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Soursop: A Guide to Growing and Irrigating Economically

Soursop, also known as Graviola, is a tropical fruit tree native to the Americas. It has gained popularity in recent years due to its delicious taste and numerous health benefits. Growing Soursop can be a profitable venture, especially when done with economically efficient methods. In this article, we will explore how…

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