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DURIAN
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Durian (Durio zibethinus)
is an attractive evergreen tree with pyramidal to
dome shape form. If grown from seedling, it can grow
up to 45 meters in height while from cultivars the
maximum height can be up to 15 meters. Its fruit is
generally believed to have an aphrodisiac effect,
which adds to its popularity among Asians.
For
durian lovers, supply of durian fruits are now available
for longer months because its fruiting season
in Luzon starts in January to February
and its harvesting time falls in April to July wile in
Mindanao, from August to October.
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However, planting durian in Luzon should be modified
because of the waterlogged condition during the rainy
season. Durian must be planted with double rootstock and
provided with drainage otherwise, it should be planted
in a mound or in an upraised bed. Common disease in
Luzon are the Phythopthora root rot, Patch canker
disease and cracking of stem and trunk - these can be
easily remedied if the grower is already well versed
with the diseases.
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