| General Description | Hog plum is a deciduous tree which shows dense and elegant features with a spreading crown. The tree holds a variety of medicinal uses, and offers a range of goods. |
| ID Characteristic | It can grow to a maximum height of 25-30 meters, where thick and corky bark and alternate leaves can be found. |
| Shape | Spondias mombin produces extending foliage that appears to be rounded or partially erratic in shape. |
| Landscape | This tree is typically planted to shade coffee plants. Apart from that, it also serves as a living fence; shows horticulture uses in landscape. |
| Propagation | Propagation can be achieved through seeds or by large cuttings. The seeds can be sown in a separate container in semi-shaded areas as soon as they are ripe. The seeds typically emerge in 20-40 days. In less than 6 months, they are prepared for planting outside. |
| Cultivation | Especially cultivated in tropical areas, as the best conditions for it are sub-humid, frost-free tropical regions. This tree requires full Sun and does well with the variety of soil types; the required pH range of the tree is 5-7. The old trees are drought tolerant, however irrigation
is needed for the young trees during drought conditions. Furthermore, this tree is severely damaged by the freezing temperatures. |
| Pests | Spondias mombin is prone to west Indian fly, fruit fly parasitoid and fruit fly puparia. Additionally, the tree is susceptible to blue stain fungi and root rot disease. |
| Notable Specimens | This tree is planted in tropical and Sub-tropical regions. Sometimes, it can be also seen in sloppy areas to help mitigate soil erosion. Additionally, these trees are seen in agricultural areas and orchards. |
| Habitat | It is found in a wide range of tropical environments that are humid, frequently in secondary vegetation that originated through semi-deciduous forests. |
| Bark/Stem Description | The tree can grow to a height of 30ft. It is thick, with rough, greying, and brown bark that is blunt with spine like projections. The trunk of Spondias mombin branches out between 2-10m above the ground, forming a spreading crown that can reach a diameter of 15cm. |
| Flower/Leaf Bud Description | The buds of Spondias mombin are valvate in appearance. They are placed in panicles that typically appear before the growth of new leaves and shoots. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are pinnate and oblong, generally shiny and have 5-8 leaflets. The leaves of Spondias mombin are arranged in opposite pairs, with a terminal leaflet 10cm-5cm in size. |
| Flower Description | Flowering occurs from January to May. Large, loose terminal petals with white flowers that emanate a strong aroma. |
| Fruit Description | Fruiting occurs from July to September. The fruits are ovoid yellow,
acidic in taste, and are wrinkled in their dry period. The length of the fruit is approximately 4cm-1.5 cm. The fruit is edible, with a sharp, slightly acidic taste. |
| Colour Description | Spondias mombin bark is firm, hard and grey, brown in colour. |
| Texture Description | Texture ranges from medium to fine. While regarding fruit, the texture varies from climatic conditions but in many cases, there is medium sheen and no distinguishable taste or smell. |