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 12″-24″ live Spondias purpurea starter tree! This hardy, drought-tolerant plant produces sweet-tart fruits that are perfect for fresh eating, jellies, and traditional dishes. Ideal for tropical gardens, it offers both culinary and aesthetic benefits.

• 🍒 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