Where does the breadfruit tree grow?

Growth habits of breadfruit

The breadfruit tree is a large deciduous tree with a relatively short trunk and many branches. The tree has a huge crown and its branches are also strangely shaped. When the fruits of the breadfruit tree are ripe, monkeys like to pick the fruits and eat them, hence the name breadfruit tree.

Where does the breadfruit tree like to grow?

The breadfruit tree is native to the tropical regions of the Pacific Islands and is now also grown in Taiwan, Hainan and other regions in China. Its wood is relatively light, soft and coarse and can be used as a building material.

The breadfruit tree is a tropical tree species and a sun-loving plant. It grows very fast and requires strong light during its growth period. It is heat-resistant and drought-resistant. The most suitable temperature for its growth is between 23 and 32 degrees.

Breadfruit tree growth environment and conditions

1. Soil: The breadfruit tree does not have very high requirements for soil for its growth. It can be planted in clay soil, sandy soil, and acidic and alkaline soil. As long as the soil has good drainage properties and there is no water accumulation, it will not affect the growth and development of the breadfruit tree.

2. Temperature: The breadfruit tree prefers to grow in a warm environment and can grow in areas with an average temperature of around 40 degrees. However, the breadfruit tree is not adapted to frosty weather and is best planted at a temperature of 18 to 30 degrees.