Fragrant Manjack

(Cordia dichotoma)

Fragrant Manjack (Cordia dichotoma)

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Summary

Cordia dichotoma, commonly known as fragrant manjack, snotty gobbles, or Indian cherry, is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Indomalayan realm, northern Australia, and western Melanesia. It typically grows with a short bole and a spreading crown, reaching heights of 25-40 feet (7.5-12 meters) with a similar spread. The stem bark is grayish-brown, either smooth or wrinkled, and the foliage is broadly ovate with a rough texture. The white, tubular flowers are fragrant and open only at night, attracting nocturnal pollinators. Flowering occurs throughout the year in warmer climates. The fruit is a yellow or pinkish-yellow globose drupe that turns black when ripe and is edible, though it has a somewhat mucilaginous texture.

Fragrant manjack is valued for its ornamental flowers, edible fruits, and traditional medicinal uses. It is often used in urban planting, as a roadside tree, and in traditional medicine for treating various ailments. The tree prefers full sun to part shade, well-drained soils, and moderate water, making it relatively easy to maintain. It is drought-tolerant once established. However, gardeners should be aware of its potential invasiveness outside its native range, as it can spread aggressively in suitable climates.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Tree
  • Height: 25-50 feet
  • Width: 20-35 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: White
  • Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun
  • Water: Medium
  • Drainage: Fast, Medium

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Low Maintenance

Natural Habitat

Native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Indomalayan realm, northern Australia, and western Melanesia

Other Names

Common Names: Fragrant Manjack , Glue Berry , Indian-Cherry , Sebastian Plum , Clammy-Cherry , Cordia-Tree , Snotty Gobbles , Bird Lime Tree , Pink Cordia

Scientific Names: Cordia dichotoma , Cordia blancoi , Cordia blancoi var. mollis , Cordia brownii , Cordia dichotoma var. brunnea , Cordia evolutior , Cordia grandis , Cordia griffithii , Cordia indica , Cordia ixiocarpa

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