{"product_id":"gangabondam-coconut-hybrid-dwarf-varaity-fruit-plants-tree2-4-feet-size","title":"Gangabondam Coconut Hybrid Dwarf Varaity Fruit Plants \u0026 Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eGangabondam is a popular dwarf coconut variety native to Andhra Pradesh, India. It is highly valued for its early maturation, compact size, and high-quality coconut water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is a detailed description of the Ganga Bondam variety:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Growth \u0026amp; Appearance\u003cbr\u003eTree Type: A dwarf or \"semi-tall\" variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: Typically reaches a height of 6–10 feet (2–3 meters) in its early bearing years, making it easy to harvest without climbing equipment. In older age (25+ years), it may reach up to 15–20 feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrunk: It has a relatively thin trunk compared to \"Tall\" varieties, with closely spaced leaf scars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeaves: The crown is compact with around 30 functional leaves, which are shorter than those of the taller varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. Yield \u0026amp; Fruit Characteristics\u003cbr\u003eEarly Bearing: One of its standout features is how quickly it produces fruit. It usually starts flowering within 3 to 4 years after planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNut Yield: A healthy, well-maintained tree can yield between 60 and 200 nuts per year, depending on the soil and irrigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit Size: The nuts are medium to large and typically green in color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Content: Highly prized for its tender coconut water; a single nut can contain approximately 800ml to 1000ml of sweet, nutrient-rich water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Usage \u0026amp; Economic Importance\u003cbr\u003eTender Coconut: Because of its high water volume and sweetness, it is primarily grown for the tender coconut market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHybridization: Ganga Bondam is famously used as a male or female parent in creating high-yielding hybrid varieties. For example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGodavari Ganga: A cross between East Coast Tall and Ganga Bondam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLakshaganga: A cross between Lakshadweep Ordinary and Ganga Bondam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopra \u0026amp; Oil: While mainly used for water, the mature nut also provides good quality copra (dried coconut meat) with an oil content of about 65–68%.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"India's #1 Largest Plant Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47889668210913,"sku":null,"price":699.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/8476\/2337\/files\/haping_coconut_222_1714373546774_s3o210b3jd1w8pu-1800x1800.jpg?v=1769273456","url":"https:\/\/farmgao.com\/products\/gangabondam-coconut-hybrid-dwarf-varaity-fruit-plants-tree2-4-feet-size","provider":"India's #1 Largest Plant Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}