Carissa carandas
About
Carissa carandas is a species of flowering shrub in the family Apocynaceae. It produces berry-sized fruits that are commonly used as a condiment in Indian pickles and spices. The fruit is black and tastes sweet or sour depending on the plant. It is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that thrives well in a wide range of soils. Common names in English include Bengal currant, Christ's thorn, Carandas plum, Karonda, Karvanda and Kanna.
- Family
- Apocynaceae
How to use it
Karanda is not only valued for its fruits but also for its hardiness. It thrives in a variety of soils and is drought-tolerant, making it an excellent choice for gardens in arid regions. Additionally, the plant can serve as an ornamental shrub due to its attractive foliage and flowers, enhancing the beauty of any garden space.
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Gardening tip
When planting karanda, ensure you place it in well-draining soil and consider its drought-tolerant nature. This plant can thrive in a variety of soil types, so you don't need to worry too much about soil quality. Just make sure to give it enough sunlight for optimal growth.
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In the kitchen
The fruits of the karanda plant are not typically eaten raw but are often used as a condiment in Indian pickles and spices. They can add a unique sweet or sour flavor to dishes, making them a delightful addition to your culinary creations. If you're looking to experiment with new flavors, consider incorporating karanda into your next pickle recipe!
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Carissa carandas
- Slug
- carissa-carandas
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Apocynaceae
- Genus
- Carissa
- Species
- carandas
- Wikidata QID
- Q1036374
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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